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“It's like the old pie-in-the-face routine: it stops being funny when it starts being you.” quote by Stephen King
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““It's like the old pie-in-the-face routine: it stops being funny when it starts being you.””

Stephen King

About This Quote

Source Interview: Stephen King on Writing, 2015

Humor loses impact when it becomes personal pain.

In simple terms: Self‑directed jokes hurt.

Key Takeaway

Avoid turning jokes into personal attacks.

Themes

humor self‑awareness boundaries empathy

Mood

cautious insightful

Type

philosophical advisory

When to use this quote

  • stand‑up comedy
  • online memes
  • personal relationships
  • media critique

Key Concepts

psychology communication social dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does a joke cross the line?
  • How can we keep humor inclusive?
A Different Perspective

Humor can still be used responsibly; context matters.

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