Rue + Ritual

02/15/2026

Travel feels different in midlife. The dry hotel air, the sleep, the dehydration — I definitely don’t bounce back the way I used to. These are a few small things that help me feel better the next day when I’m on the road. Nothing complicated, just paying attention to what helps now.

I listed everything in the description for anyone who was asking. travel travel

01/31/2026

01/11/2026

Went down the biohacking rabbit hole — red light, CGMs, supplements, cold exposure, all of it.

What I found wasn’t a yes-or-no answer.
Some tools are genuinely helpful. Others are expensive distractions.

The real issue? Most people skip the basics and jump straight to the upgrades.

I wrote a full blog breaking down what’s real, what’s hype, and what actually makes sense — especially for women in midlife.

Comment BIO for the full breakdown ↓
or read it through the link in my bio.
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01/10/2026

If you’re on a GLP-1 and noticing hair changes during perimenopause or menopause, you’re not imagining it.

Hair loss in midlife is often contextual — hormones, stress, protein intake, and metabolic shifts matter more than willpower.

This isn’t about quitting medication or panicking. It’s about understanding what your body needs right now.

I created a GLP-1 Hair Support Guide for women who want calm, informed clarity.

🔗 Link in bio or comment HAIR

12/31/2025

Did your provider talk to you about hair shedding? -1’s

12/31/2025

Hair shedding after starting a GLP-1 can feel alarming — especially in menopause.

But for many women, it isn’t true hair loss.
It’s a temporary stress response that happens when the body experiences rapid change.

During midlife, shifting estrogen and testosterone make hair follicles more sensitive to:
• rapid weight loss
• low protein intake
• nutrient gaps
• cumulative stress

The good news?
When the body is properly supported, hair often stabilizes — and regrowth is possible.

I created a free Hair Safe Guide to help you understand:
✔ what’s actually happening
✔ what to prioritize (and what not to restrict)
✔ early red flags to watch for
✔ how to protect your hair while using a GLP-1

✨ Follow for menopause-smart wellness
📎 Download the free Hair Safe Guide (link in bio)
💾 Save this if you’re on — or considering — a GLP-1





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