Comedy Writing Tip #28: How to Write Jokes About Family Without Getting Disowned

Your family is comedy's gift that keeps on giving - here's how to unwrap it carefully: 1) **The Universal Parent** - "My dad still thinks 'the Google' is a person you ask questions to." 2) **The Generational Divide** - "TikTok explained to my parents: It's like TV, except instead of watching, you embarrass yourself." 3) **The Sibling Rivalry** - "My brother was the favorite child... which explains why I need so much validation from strangers." 4) **The Truth Stretch** - Take real traits and exaggerate: "My aunt collects cats like they're Pok�mon - gotta catch 'em all... and then never let them leave." 5) **The Safety Net** - Always add: "Love you mom... please don't cut me out of the will." Pro Tip: The best family jokes make audiences see their own crazy relatives in yours. On-Stage Line: "I come from a long line of overachievers... which is why I'm the comma in our family tree." SOURCE: http://comedywriter.info