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“My own personal rule is to tell jokes that I think the person I'm making them about can laugh at, to go home and tell their family, oh, my gosh.” quote by Jeff Ross
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“My own personal rule is to tell jokes that I think the person I'm making them about can laugh at, to go home and tell their family, oh, my gosh.”

Jeff Ross

About This Quote

Source Stand‑up comedy routine

A comedian vows to make jokes that the subject can enjoy, respecting their dignity.

In simple terms: Tell jokes that the subject can laugh at.

Key Takeaway

Respect humor boundaries.

Themes

comedy respect ethics

Mood

lighthearted thoughtful

Type

comedic ethical

When to use this quote

  • stand‑up
  • social gatherings
  • team building

Key Concepts

social dynamics humor theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you gauge a joke’s safety?
  • What if the subject feels embarrassed?
A Different Perspective

Humor can still offend despite good intentions.

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