Humor Rules

There are few rules for humor, and in fact, I think the only big rule in comedy is to be funny. You can be dirty, clean, insulting or whatever, but as long as you're funny, you've fulfilled the job requirement. That's the number one rule for the comedy clubs anyway. BUT doubtful most of you will be performing in a comedy club. So, if you want to tell jokes around family, friends, or the office, there really are a few loose rules that you might want to pay attention to. And that's what I'll be focusing on this week – humor rules.   Today's tip . . . only make fun of a group that you are a member of. If you're bald, you can make bald jokes. If you're obviously overweight, you can make fat jokes. If you're not, then don't. Ask if you belong to that group, only THEN you can do some humor about it.  Beware, you still might make people uncomfortable, but at least you're in the same boat as them. It's that simple rule, but people break it all the time, and then they get themselves in trouble. Don't be one of those people – stick to this rule.   ACTION: If you want some tips on writing humor, check out http://www.ComedyWriterBlog.com -  it's my blog with great tips on comedy writing.   That's it for today. Take care and enjoy your journey.