Comedy Writing Tip #18: How to Write Jokes About Relationships Without Getting Dumped

Relationship jokes are comedy's minefield - here's how to navigate it: 1) **The Universal Truth** - "Dating apps are just job interviews where the benefits package is disappointment." 2) **The Self-Deprecating Save** - "I'm great at first dates... it's all the ones after that cause problems." 3) **The Gender Swap** - Works for any joke: "Women take forever to get ready... said every man who looks like he dresses in the dark." 4) **The Almost-Too-Real** - "Marriage is basically agreeing to be mildly annoyed by the same person forever." 5) **The Escape Clause** - Always add: "Just kidding, babe... if you're watching this on YouTube later." Pro Tip: The best relationship jokes make both singles and couples feel attacked equally. On-Stage Line: "I don't believe in soulmates... which explains why my dating history looks like a hostage negotiation." SOURCE: http://comedywriter.info