Ascension
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"Your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit." โ 1 Corinthians 6:19
Ascension is not vanity. It is stewardship.
๐งช GLP-1 Receptor Agonists โ What You Should Know
GLP-1 medications (like semaglutide/Ozempic, tirzepatide/Mounjaro, and their branded counterparts Wegovy and Zepbound) have become a major topic in wellness circles. Here's the groypette guide:
What they do
- Mimic the GLP-1 hormone your gut naturally produces after eating
- Slow gastric emptying so you feel full longer
- Reduce appetite and food noise significantly
- Lower blood sugar levels
- Studies show 15โ22% average body weight reduction
Getting access
- Talk to your primary care physician or OB-GYN first
- Telehealth options: Hims/Hers, Henry Meds, LifeMD
- Compounding pharmacies may offer lower-cost versions
- Most insurers cover for BMI โฅ30 or โฅ27 with a condition
- GoodRx and manufacturer coupons available
Groypette tips
- Prioritize protein โ muscle loss is a real risk
- Lift weights to preserve your figure
- Take it slow โ start at lowest dose
- Common side effects: nausea, fatigue (usually temporary)
- Pair with a traditional whole-foods diet for best results
๐งด Skincare Ascension
- SPF every single day โ the #1 anti-aging move
- Tretinoin (prescription) for skin cell turnover
- Niacinamide for pore appearance and tone evenness
- Hyaluronic acid for hydration, especially in winter
- Vitamin C serum in the morning (brightening)
- Slugging at night with Vaseline or Aquaphor
- Ice roller every morning for depuffing
- Gua sha for facial contouring and lymphatic drainage
๐ช Body & Fitness
- Pilates โ the groypette sport of choice โฆ
- Walking 8,000โ10,000 steps daily (non-negotiable)
- Strength training 3x/week to maintain a feminine silhouette
- Yoga for posture and grace
- Swimming for full-body elegance
- High protein diet: 0.7โ1g per lb of body weight
- Reduce seed oils; embrace butter, tallow, olive oil
- Cycle syncing workouts to your hormonal cycle
๐ธ Feminine Hygiene & Care
- Dry brushing for circulation and skin texture
- Scalp oiling (castor oil + rosemary) for hair growth
- Bond repair treatments (Olaplex, K18) for hair health
- Nail care: clean, oval, well-maintained = timeless
- Feminine hygiene: pH-balanced products only
- Posture corrector โ carry yourself like a queen
- Lash serums: Latisse (rx) or Grande Lash
โฆ Mewing & Facial Structure
- Mewing: tongue resting on palate at all times
- Chew hard foods to develop masseter (jawline)
- Nasal breathing โ mouth breathing affects face structure
- Sleeping on your back preserves facial symmetry
- Stay hydrated โ 2โ3L water minimum daily
- Buccal fat consultation if desired (consult board-certified only)
- Consider a dental evaluation for bite and jaw alignment
๐ Coquette Style Ascension
- Invest in quality over quantity โ a few perfect pieces
- Ballet flats, Mary Janes, kitten heels are timeless
- Lace, satin, and velvet are always appropriate
- Bows. Just โ bows. Everywhere.
- A well-fitted dress over jeans any day
- Mantilla/chapel veil if you attend Mass โ
- Soft, feminine color palette: blush, cream, sage, maroon
- Learn to sew basic alterations for perfect fit
๐ง Inner Ascension
- Daily Rosary โ non-negotiable for the trad groypette
- Read one book per month (classics and spiritual works)
- Learn to cook traditional dishes from scratch
- Reduce social media consumption โ log off, touch grass
- Cultivate a morning routine with prayer and silence
- Learn a classical instrument, or at minimum, sing
- Journaling for self-reflection and emotional discipline
- Pursue a skill that can sustain a household
"A woman who fears the Lord is to be praised. Charm is deceptive and beauty is fleeting โ but a woman who fears the Lord, she shall be praised."
โ Proverbs 31:30
We ascend not for men, not for instagram โ but to honor the temple God gave us and to be worthy of the life we want.