Seinfeld Reference: The Complete Encyclopedia by Dennis Bjorklund
Authors: Dennis Bjorklund
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Besides personal idiosyncrasies, Seinfeld is meticulously sanitary, painstakingly tidy, and a hypersensitive germaphobe. Naturally, he is regimented in his routine and the ultimate control freak. Seinfeld is fastidious about his personal appearance, especially his teeth, does not drink or smoke, eats only health food, and is a strict vegetarian. His house is barren but in perfect arrangement--everything in alignment, straight and orderly.
Since the mid-1970s Seinfeld has faithfully practiced yoga, Zen Buddhism, and meditation, which is often credited to his tranquil disposition. He is religious, often studying Judaism tenets, yet also superstitious (nine is his lucky number and everything must be divisible by it). The former Scientology member took a couple courses in the late-1980s but did not become a devout member. Unlike most New York comedians, Seinfeld has never visited a psychiatrist professionally; instead, he tries to resolve personal problems using Scientology coping techniques. According to friends, the meditative system of emotional catharsis seems to work because Seinfeld never exhibits the signs of stress or appears anxiousness.
Relationships
According to closest friends and colleagues, Seinfeld is generous, decent and modest; however, a self-examination indicates that he dislikes people and fears having to speak with strangers because they are considered lesser human beings than himself. Seinfeld goes to great lengths to avoid human contact. He feels very awkward in one-on-one conversations, and only comes alive onstage. He openly admits to his limited conversation skills, though seems quite capable of interviewing people he knows intimately or about whom he is somewhat interested. Nevertheless, any future discussions about Seinfeld hosting a talk show appear highly unlikely.
Due to a firm career commitment, Seinfeld does not have many friends. Most friendships were solidified during his struggling days as a New York City comic with future stars Larry David, Carol Leifer, Paul Reiser, Larry Miller, and Jay Leno. However, despite only having a few close confidants, Seinfeld remains loyal to the inner-circle of friends. Mario Joyner has been a friend for years (and regular opening act for Seinfeld's comedy shows), and usually spends New Years Day with Paul Reiser ("Mad About You") and comedians Larry Miller and Mark Schiff. When developing friendships, Seinfeld gravitates toward extroverts to offset his introversion. Usually this entails cordial "socializing" with fellow comedians or comedic writers to discuss new material, avoiding celebrity soirées, and occasionally participating in obligatory public appearances.
Seinfeld was a frequent guest on Howard Stern's talk-radio program, but took offense when the shock-jock began interrogating Seinfeld about his involvement with then 17-year-old Shoshanna Lonstein. After their friendship fallout, the media giants, engaged in a publicity battle, mostly precipitated by Stern's efforts to poke fun at his popular rival. When Stern began publicizing his book Private Parts , he made a special effort to ridicule Seinfeld.
Romance
Despite having hormonal urges at a young age, Seinfeld was always too shy to approach women. The first romantic date came during his late-teens, and he did not lose his virginity until age 19 or 20. Surprisingly, Seinfeld is open about no longer being master of his domain, but surprisingly revealed that he discovered the art of self-love after experiencing sexual intercourse, and was introduced to the concept by his college roommate.
Inevitably, the deprivation of child-parent emotional bonding was the fundamental source of Seinfeld's intimacy problems. Shyness, lack of persistence, and fear of rejection also played a part in Seinfeld's sporadic and limited love life. Surprisingly enough, he was
Besides personal idiosyncrasies, Seinfeld is meticulously sanitary, painstakingly tidy, and a hypersensitive germaphobe. Naturally, he is regimented in his routine and the ultimate control freak. Seinfeld is fastidious about his personal appearance, especially his teeth, does not drink or smoke, eats only health food, and is a strict vegetarian. His house is barren but in perfect arrangement--everything in alignment, straight and orderly.
Since the mid-1970s Seinfeld has faithfully practiced yoga, Zen Buddhism, and meditation, which is often credited to his tranquil disposition. He is religious, often studying Judaism tenets, yet also superstitious (nine is his lucky number and everything must be divisible by it). The former Scientology member took a couple courses in the late-1980s but did not become a devout member. Unlike most New York comedians, Seinfeld has never visited a psychiatrist professionally; instead, he tries to resolve personal problems using Scientology coping techniques. According to friends, the meditative system of emotional catharsis seems to work because Seinfeld never exhibits the signs of stress or appears anxiousness.
Relationships
According to closest friends and colleagues, Seinfeld is generous, decent and modest; however, a self-examination indicates that he dislikes people and fears having to speak with strangers because they are considered lesser human beings than himself. Seinfeld goes to great lengths to avoid human contact. He feels very awkward in one-on-one conversations, and only comes alive onstage. He openly admits to his limited conversation skills, though seems quite capable of interviewing people he knows intimately or about whom he is somewhat interested. Nevertheless, any future discussions about Seinfeld hosting a talk show appear highly unlikely.
Due to a firm career commitment, Seinfeld does not have many friends. Most friendships were solidified during his struggling days as a New York City comic with future stars Larry David, Carol Leifer, Paul Reiser, Larry Miller, and Jay Leno. However, despite only having a few close confidants, Seinfeld remains loyal to the inner-circle of friends. Mario Joyner has been a friend for years (and regular opening act for Seinfeld's comedy shows), and usually spends New Years Day with Paul Reiser ("Mad About You") and comedians Larry Miller and Mark Schiff. When developing friendships, Seinfeld gravitates toward extroverts to offset his introversion. Usually this entails cordial "socializing" with fellow comedians or comedic writers to discuss new material, avoiding celebrity soirées, and occasionally participating in obligatory public appearances.
Seinfeld was a frequent guest on Howard Stern's talk-radio program, but took offense when the shock-jock began interrogating Seinfeld about his involvement with then 17-year-old Shoshanna Lonstein. After their friendship fallout, the media giants, engaged in a publicity battle, mostly precipitated by Stern's efforts to poke fun at his popular rival. When Stern began publicizing his book Private Parts , he made a special effort to ridicule Seinfeld.
Romance
Despite having hormonal urges at a young age, Seinfeld was always too shy to approach women. The first romantic date came during his late-teens, and he did not lose his virginity until age 19 or 20. Surprisingly, Seinfeld is open about no longer being master of his domain, but surprisingly revealed that he discovered the art of self-love after experiencing sexual intercourse, and was introduced to the concept by his college roommate.
Inevitably, the deprivation of child-parent emotional bonding was the fundamental source of Seinfeld's intimacy problems. Shyness, lack of persistence, and fear of rejection also played a part in Seinfeld's sporadic and limited love life. Surprisingly enough, he was
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