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Super Simple Green Breakfast Smoothie + Wherever You Go, There You Are

October 14, 2014

Ah, home sweet California. For the first time in the past several months I am in LA to stay (for a while, that is!). My home in Brentwood hardly even feels like a home yet because I haven’t been here for longer than a week or two straight since I moved here in July. Between then and now I’ve been in Italy, the south of France, New York, SF and on lots and lots of trips to good old Sactown.

WorldMap It has been an unbelievable few months, and a whirlwind! I was SO looking forward to my NYC trip for so long, and now I can quite confidently say that I am happy to be chillin’ in LA, getting back on the Yogaworks train, re-starting my Equinox membership, working on the book in a consistent manner, and getting ready for the release of TBB APP in (hopefully) one short week!

You know from my LA vs. NYC post that I have been pretty torn about which city makes me happiest. And I think I finally have some clarity there… there is no “better” city or even a city that suits me more than the other right now. They are so different they are incomparable, and both places have people in them who I love dearly and that’s what’s most important. You know the phrase, “Wherever you go, there you are”? Well, that couldn’t hold more truth for me right now.

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NYC? There I was. LA? Here I am. Sacramento? There I am. I can’t get away from myself, my problems, my successes, strengths, weaknesses or anything in between – no matter where I go. I am stuck with myself! And I am kinda pretty darn happy about it to tell you the truth. It feels good to be one with yourself and to continue strengthening the mind body connection that makes us who we are.

When I first started working on my book a few months ago, I kept thinking I would get more work done when I was home in Sacramento with zero distractions. Then I felt like I would get the best work done in New York where I am super duper inspired and the city is buzzing with energy. And sometimes I have felt like I could get awesome work done in LA by the beach with the waves as my inspiration and my calm. (And the sand to play with… duh.)

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And… guess what? Wherever I went, THERE I WAS. There was no “better” work going down in any place in particular. I mean, I guess I concentrate best in Sactown because I can clear my schedule of meetings, workout classes, social events, etc. and really get down to business, but still, I can do that anywhere if I really want to.

And in all of those places, over all of these months, I have grown into someone I am pretty proud to be. I am eating foods that I had terrible anxieties over just a few months ago, and I am working hard on things I absolutely love. I am surrounded by ROCKINNN people who make me super happy, and I am taking the time to breathe, relax and center myself whenever I remember how important it is (hehe).

AND, after pretty much taking a week off to enjoy the beauty of the city I missed ever so much, I am back with a full schedule of blog posts this week. Yesterday I posted my Open Letter to the Food Police (after getting harassed in public about eating meat), which I highly recommend you read if you haven’t yet. For anyone who judges, has been judged, or fears being judged by your food choices… check it out. You’re not alone.

main-qimg-4b618862c96c1a5635ef3aec88ac710fTomorrow is a TBB Guide to NYC post, which I am SO excited about. Thursday is a super fun-filled and jam-packed Loving Lately post full of a ton of things I’ve been loving lately because of my little hiatus, and Friday will be Recovery Series #6 with the superbly inspirational Chocolate Covered Katie discussing her recovery story.

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Get excited. I know I am.

OH, and today, you ask? SUPER SIMPLE GREEN BREAKFAST SMOOTHIE recipe time. Recipes… it’s been too long. But you’ll see why when TBB Recipe App comes out next week! 70+ recipes… can I get a kale yeah?!

Super Simple Green Breakfast Smoothie 

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Ingredients:

1 large frozen banana

1 cup spinach

1 cup kale

½ cup blueberries

1 tablespoon almond butter

½ cup almond milk

½ cup water

½ cup ice cubes

OPTIONAL: 1 tablespoon cacao powder, 1 tablespoon spirulina (or any yummy superfoods of your choice)

Directions:

Blend thoroughly and enjoy! Top with optional toppings if you so desire. I love topping mine with bee pollen, coconut shreds and a bit of raw, local honey!

How is everyone else’s week going?! Off to a good start? Thoughts on “Food Police” bullies? Gonna try this green smoothie?!

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18 comments

I Wanna Know what do you think?

  • This makes a ton of sense! One place doesn't have to be better or worse. They are all great for different reasons. The best part is you have people that love you everywhere you go! So proud of you!!
  • Loved the food police post yesterday! The harshest criticisms and attacks usually come from the people who are least secure and confident in their own choices, and hopefully that person will come to terms with their struggles in their own time too. It's awesome that you stood your ground and handled it in gracefully :)
  • Your life is so inspiring and exciting. I love seeing you take such joy in caring for your body. I'm trying to do the same. :) You go lovely lady!!!
    • Aww, THANK YOU sweet girl!! Can't tell you how much I appreciate it. You all inspire me more than you know. :)
  • Long-time lurker, first-time commenter here! I am inspired to actually comment because I want to say that first and foremost, anyone who would verbally attack someone in a public place for what they are eating (?!?!?) is clearly unstable. I have not eaten meat since 1990 and I am also dairy-free . . . BUT I also could not care less about what other people eat except in a positive sense (i.e. "Oooooh, I want that!"). Our bodies change over time, our food allergies and sensitivities change over time, and our souls also change. What worked for us five years ago, one year ago, last month, may not work for us now. Growth, change, and balance are positives. And, I bet the sociopathic burger-hater you encountered has none of that in her life! Keep doing YOU for you--that really is what matters most, Jordan!
    • Yayyy for a first-time comment!! How fun is that? Thank you so much for reaching out... looove hearing from you fab readers. And you really hit the nail on the head when you say that someone who would verbally attack anyone else in public is clearly unstable. It's ALL about growth, change and balance. Hahahah sociopathic burger-hater. Yes. Keep commenting, your comments are fun. :) hehe xox
  • That's one of my favorite combos- although I never put the almond butter actually in the smoothie. I put it on top. I enjoy it more that way when I can really taste it! Excited to see all that comes in the next few months from you!
    • Agreed-- almond butter on top is the BEST! Gotta be able to taste and enjoy it :)
  • The smoothie sounds so good! I love a good green smoothie :) I usually blend banana, kale, almond milk, and mango/peach but I don't think I've ever tried blueberries, which is insane because it's my favorite berry! So yes, I will definitely be trying this smoothie!
    • YUM, Anna! That is such a good combo!! Peach in smoothies is theeee best. My fav smoothie in NYC is called "Peaching to the Choir" and you can only imagine how yummy it is... peach + banana + agave + mint + almond milk and maybe a few other things. And yes try the blueberries and report back- I think and hope that you will love!
  • Thank you so much, Alex. I really appreciate your support and couldn't agree more. YES, I adore Manuka honey. It lasts so long and it is SO delicious and nutritious. We are on the same page with that one. :)
  • You're so inspiring ! Thanks for sharing it all with us :) Definitely I'm going to try that smoothie :) Kiss from Portugal, Alana and Kyra http://www.alanaandkyra.com/
  • Have I ever mentioned I am so jealous of your life?? Can I be you for a day or two??? I want to follow my dreams and all that :) So excited for you, girlie!
    • Ummm you ARE following your dreams... Miss almost living in SF!!! Coolest thing EVER!
  • If we tear ourselves away long enough from any device that starts with a lower case "i", we will be aware that we are being surrounded by a lot of old people. What I got was birds that had crept in under the cover of darkness to grab a mouthful of food and fly off before being detected. Napoleon Hill popular quotation: "Whatever the mind of man can conceive and believe it can achieve!" It all depends on you!
  • As everybody know we need to eat each 3-4 hours, so can I just drink this smoothie instead of the meal ?
  • - [ ] I’m a nutritionist. Happy to sit you down with someone same gender age height weight. Have you eat same food exercise the same. If your metabolism is so fast let’s see what happens. I already know but you can have this delusion. If you’re running a ton and not eating extra you’ll be very thin. If it caused anxiety you’d stop running or eat more. I’ve met devoted women athletes. But mostly I’ve met weight obsessed women. It’s sad.
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