You shouldn't talk about that! That's not proper! You can't do that!

Who doesn't know that little voice in the back of our heads that keeps us from doing what we really want to do? Because it's just not appropriate. But why not?, asks Adrienne Friedlaender, and she cheerfully begins to break the unwritten rules that have been drilled into us since childhood. He has to propose? Nonsense. Asking a colleague about their salary? Why not? Talking openly about problems with a rebellious teenager or a lack of desire for sex? Absolutely.

In a humorous, honest, and personal way, the author shares her own rule-breaking experiences and encourages others to do the same. Because those who occasionally break the rules navigate life more calmly and happily.