“The 42% Rule: A Blueprint for Balanced Daily Living”

To follow the 42% rule, Professor Nagoski suggests that the day can be divided as follows:

• Eight hours of sleep.

• 20 to 30 minutes of “stress reduction talk” with a partner or trusted family member.

• 30 minutes of physical activity.

• 30 minutes of paying attention to food.

• 30 minutes free time, depending on needs (could be for bedtime or social activity).