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When someone asks you the question 'Are you ticklish' it…

“When someone asks you the question 'Are you ticklish' it doesn't matter if you say yes or no, cause they're going to touch you. If someone asks if you're ticklish and you don't want to be touched you should something like 'I have diarrhea, now don't touch me cause you'll make it come out... and…” quote by Demetri Martin
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“When someone asks you the question 'Are you ticklish' it doesn't matter if you say yes or no, cause they're going to touch you. If someone asks if you're ticklish and you don't want to be touched you should something like 'I have diarrhea, now don't touch me cause you'll make it come out... and yes I'm very ticklish'.”

Demetri Martin

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

He jokes that answering about ticklishness leads to being touched, suggesting humor can deflect unwanted contact.

In simple terms: Answering invites touch.

Key Takeaway

Use humor to set boundaries.

Themes

humor social interaction personal boundaries

Mood

lighthearted playful

Type

comedic observational

When to use this quote

  • social gatherings
  • personal conversations
  • public speaking
  • dating scenarios

Key Concepts

comedy communication tactics social anxiety

Questions to Reflect On

  • What witty line could you use to protect yourself?
  • When is humor insufficient?
A Different Perspective

Humor may not stop persistent intruders.

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