10.They're hyper aware
10.他们高度紧张
Being neurotic means you're constantly aware of everything around you. You pick up on people's body language and voice inflections, and analyze every word that comes out of their mouth. Because of this, you're not surprised by ulterior motives or when a person's true colors show. Ironically, being hyper-aware of everything and everyone around you helps you keep your cool when things go sour.
如果你是一个神经质的人，你会对周围的事情关注入微，你会捕捉人们的肢体语言和说话声音，并分析从他们嘴里流露出的每一个字。因此，你不会因为一部隐晦不明的电影或者某个人的真实面目感到惊讶。讽刺的是，高度紧张周围的一切能够让你在事态变坏时保持从容的姿态。

9.They're overly self-conscious
9.他们过分在意自己
Because you're constantly worried about yourself, you're more likely to take care of yourself. The student who is scared of failing will spend extra time in the library, leading them to be even more prepared for an exam than they need to be. The person who's scared of dying of a heart attack in his forties will certainly eat healthier and exercise more often than someone who doesn't worry about his demise.
因为你一直担心自己哪里不够好，所以你能更好地打理好自己。就像害怕考试不及格的学生空闲时会在图书馆呆更久，为一场测试仔细准备，远超出了需要复习的范围。就像害怕在40多岁就死于心脏病的人会吃更健康的食物，比那些不担心死亡的人锻炼更多。

8.They're self-aware
8.他们有清醒的自我认知
Neurotic people know they're neurotic. In fact, they flaunt it at times, saying things like "I know I'm being crazy, but…" While it may be hard to break a neurotic thought or habit, many people go throughout their day with paranoid thoughts running through their head without even realizing it. At least neurotic people are able to recognize it and rationalize it. They might not be able to get past knowing "It's all in my head," but at least they can acknowledge it.
神经质的人知道他们有这种症状。事实上，她们偶尔也会跟人炫耀说"我知道我是个疯子，但是…"尽管要改变一个神经质的人的想法和爱好很困难，但很多患有妄想症的人甚至都还没有意识到自身的症状，就这么度过一天。神经质的人至少能够辨识出来。他们虽然可能不会一直提醒自己"他一直在我脑海里"，但至少他们能够承认。

7.They're pessimistically realistic
7.他们是悲观的现实主义者
Neurotic people tend to err on the side of pessimism when it comes to anything in the real world. But this is because they know that good things don't just "happen," and that Murphy's Law exists because there is a better chance of something going wrong along the way than everything going exactly according to plan. The good part about this pessimism is that when things do go right, it's like Christmas Day for a neurotic individual. Even something as simple as the guy at Dunkin' Donuts getting your order right and then hitting every green light on the way home from work will be enough to cheer you up. It really is the little things in life that make a difference.
做某件事时，神经质的人往往会从悲观的角度来寻找错误。这是因为他们相信好事不会单纯的发生，相信墨菲定律（Murphy's Law），比起每件事都能按照计划完美的进行，其中出现小差错的机率更大。悲观主义里好的成分就是当事情真的顺利进行时，神经质的人会好像度过了圣诞节。甚至有些像邓肯甜甜圈（Dunkin's Donuts）的服务员为你递上你点的甜甜圈、回家路上正好遇上绿灯这样的事都足以让你开心，这真的是对我们生命造成影响的一些小事情。

6.They have a high IQ
6.他们拥有高智商
A study at SUNY Downstate Medical Centre of 42 individuals showed that those who suffered from anxiety also had a higher IQ on average. The report showed that "high intelligence and worry are linked with brain activity measured by the depletion of the nutrient choline in the white matter of the brain." High levels of anxiety lead to a mind that is constantly working in some way, which, naturally, leads to higher levels of intelligence. Those that worry too much are actually exercising their brain!
纽约州立医疗中心调查了42个人，结果显示焦虑不安的人平均智商更高。报告显示，通过测量大脑白质里营养胆碱的消耗，得出了高智商和焦虑与大脑活动有关的结论。高度焦虑在一定程度上会让你的思想不断碰撞，自然而然地产生了高智商。担忧多一点实际上是在锻炼大脑。

5.They care for others
5.他们很关心其他人
Neurotic people don't just worry about themselves, either. They worry and look after their friends, family, and loved ones constantly. They're always trying to help people through difficult situations and solve other people's problems. This parental aspect of neurotic people gives them comfort, as it does to those around them as well.
神经质的人不仅仅只为自己担心，他们也会担心并照顾他们的朋友、家人，他们会一直爱着某一个人。他们总是很乐意对处于困境中的人们伸出援手，想要帮住他们解决问题。神经质的人这种类似父母的关心让他们自己感觉很舒服，他们周围的人也有同样的感觉。

4.They have high energy levels
4.他们精力旺盛
Not only are neurotic people always thinking, but they're always ready for action. They have trouble sitting still, because their mind is always racing. But they also never seem to run out of steam, because they know they could be doing something to better their lives at any given moment.
神经质的人不仅会思考，他们也会付诸行动。他们一刻也坐不住，因为他们的思想在翱翔着。他们似乎从来不会感到精疲力竭，因为他们知道在某个特定的时刻，他们能做些什么让生活更美好。

3.They're highly productive
3.他们有高生产力
Since they can't sit still, neurotic people might as well be productive. They have many hobbies, and are never content with resting on their laurels. They see every moment as another chance to succeed and do better in life. Because of this attitude, neurotic people often find themselves leaps and bounds ahead of everyone else around them as far as productivity and talent is concerned.
因为神经质的人坐不住，他们往往是多产的。他们有许多爱好，并且从不会因为赢得的荣誉而停止前进。他们把每一个时刻都当成是成功并且让生活更加美好的又一个机会。由于这种态度，就多产和天赋来说，他们经常能发现自己远远领先于周围的普通人。

2.They're idealistic
2.他们是理想主义者
Even though most neurotic people are pessimistic, they also work hard to improve their surroundings as well. They understand how good things could be, and will do anything to get there. It's ironic, but their pessimism drives them to optimize their situation. And while others are thinking things are fine, the neurotic person will constantly be working to make them even better.
尽管大部分神经质的人都是悲观的，但他们也会努力工作改善周围的环境。他们明白想要什么样的结果，就得为之付出什么样的努力。这是讽刺的，他们的悲观反而让他们对所处环境抱有乐观的态度。其他人在光想着事情变好的时候，他们一直在努力工作让事情变好。

1.They avoid bad situations
1.他们能避开坏情况
Obviously, being a worrywart isn't always a bad thing. Neurotic people avoid dangerous situations. While other people might be tempted to claim "YOLO" as if that's an excuse to do something stupid, anxious people will be the ones saying "Yeah, you only live once, so don't mess it up." Sure, they might never experience the thrill of skydiving, but they'll almost certainly live a long, healthy life.
显而易见，成为一个杞人忧天的人并不见得就是一件坏事。神经质的人能避开危险的情况。当其他人受到诱惑高呼"你只会活一次"，并把它当成做傻事的借口时，杞人忧天者会说："是的，你只能活一次，所以不能把它搞砸了。"当然，他们可能一辈子也体会不到跳水运动的刺激与兴奋，但他们肯定能活得更长久、更健康。

翻译：winni 来源：前十网