Imagine Yourself Podcast

Imagine Yourself Podcast

If you find yourself starting a new chapter in life, step into the transformative world of Imagine Yourself as hosts Lanée Blaise and Sandy Kovach invite you to journey alongside them through life's twists and turns. For over five years, this dynamic duo has captivated and uplifted audiences with their blend of wisdom, wit, and faith.

Exploring topics like relationships, career, health and faith; they’ll give you insights from both expert guests and from their own lived experiences. The goal is creating a place where you can embrace self-improvement without judgment or pressure. We invite you to listen in!


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Episodes

From Heartache to Healing with Francine Brown
May 18 2024
From Heartache to Healing with Francine Brown
Feeling weighed down by life's challenges and looking for a bit of hope? Tune in to this episode of the Imagine Yourself Podcast, where we discuss "From Heartache to Healing" with the inspiring Francine Brown. Francine has faced more than her fair share of tough times. Just in the last few years it included dealing with breast cancer while caring for her husband who ultimately lost his battle with cancer.In our chat, Francine opens up about how her experiences with profound grief and loss taught her to put her trust in God and find peace in the little things—like time spent with animals and embracing the beauty of the natural world. She's struggled, she's questioned, but she's also found strength and inspiration in the most unexpected places. If you're looking for a story that blends real talk about life's challenges with a powerful message of faith and hope, this one's for you. So, grab your favorite beverage, get comfy, and join us for a truly uplifting conversation._______ABOUT FRANCINEFrancine Brown – currently lives on a small ranch east of Grand Junction, Colorado (near the Utah border).  Francine raised and showed horses in western equine events for almost a decade with several major accomplishments including National Championship wins.  She and her husband also built a premier registered cattle operation and had show cattle that also had National and prestigious wins.  Francine is now in the process of recreating her life after just over 2 years of widowhood.    Her small business, with her late husband’s encouragement, serves both equine & bovine competitors (as well as extreme athlete competitors without animals) with holistic health and wellness modalities and services all over the US and Canada.  Francine’s hope is by sharing her story, others are encouraged and press on with their dreams regardless of what their circumstances appear to be and to never give up.FRANCINE ON FACEBOOKFor more info on IMAGINE YOURSELF with Lanée Blaise and Sandy Kovach or to contact us, visit imagineyourselfpodcast.comJoin the conversation on our FACEBOOK, TWITTER or INSTAGRAM pages. Email at imagineyourselfpodcast@gmail.com Thanks for being part of the Imagine Yourself Family! Follow or subscribe so you don't miss an episode!
Own Your Morning, Own Your Day
May 4 2024
Own Your Morning, Own Your Day
Would you rather crawl back under the covers than think about improving your morning routine? We want to make it easy! Dive into a lighthearted yet thought-provoking discussion that underscores the power of mornings and how what happens when you get up can set the tone for success and happiness. Think about how improving your days could even kickstart serious life change! From exploring the psychological impacts of waking rituals to practical tips for non-morning people and everyone in between, Lanée and Sandy offer insights and personal anecdotes that will resonate with anyone looking to enhance their daily start. Whether you love the snooze button, live for your morning coffee, or struggle with the early hours, this episode provides valuable strategies to transform your mornings from frantic to fulfilling. We discuss not just surviving but thriving each morning, no matter what life throws your way. Find out how small adjustments in your morning routine can lead to big changes in your life. It’s not about overhauling your entire lifestyle, but about making achievable tweaks that lead to sustained well-being and productivity. Whether it’s setting the alarm a bit earlier or integrating prayer or exercise, we’ll guide you through appealing adjustments that promise to empower your everyday. Ready to transform your mornings? 🌞  Click play to start your journey towards better mornings tailored just for you.For more info on IMAGINE YOURSELF with Lanée Blaise and Sandy Kovach or to contact us, visit imagineyourselfpodcast.comJoin the conversation on our FACEBOOK, TWITTER or INSTAGRAM pages. Email at imagineyourselfpodcast@gmail.com Thanks for being part of the Imagine Yourself Family! Follow or subscribe so you don't miss an episode!
Working With What God Gives You
Apr 20 2024
Working With What God Gives You
Gifts from God are more than things, people or talents. They are also the trials and triumphs we walk through in life. In this episode,  we explore how embracing faith can transform our past experiences, the good and the bad, into tools for fulfillment. Lanée shares a single sentence that changed the course of her life, insights on adjusting to new seasons and situations, and the unexpected blessing of an ailment that led to a healthier lifestyle. Sandy opens up about receiving divine reassurance through dreams, her reflections on empathy born from challenges, and the encouragement to stay true to ourselves in our personal and professional lives. We intertwine the messages of our own stories with timeless biblical wisdom, highlighting how even the most challenging moments can be stepping stones to a more fulfilling path when viewed through the lens of faith. This episode of the Imagine Yourself Podcast isn't just about storytelling; it's an intimate session of sharing, caring, and preparing to handle life's wide range of situations with grace and acceptance. Everything can have a meaningful impact when we partner with God. So grab a cup of coffee, experience the comfort of conversation that feels like sitting with caring aunties, and let's delve into the reality that with divine guidance, we're never alone in rewriting our stories.RELATED: 7 Ways to Use Your Past to Set Up Future SuccessDo You Wish God Would Speak to You?For more info on IMAGINE YOURSELF with Lanée Blaise and Sandy Kovach or to contact us, visit imagineyourselfpodcast.comJoin the conversation on our FACEBOOK, TWITTER or INSTAGRAM pages. Email at imagineyourselfpodcast@gmail.com Thanks for being part of the Imagine Yourself Family! Follow or subscribe so you don't miss an episode!
Can We Really Be Joyful When Life is Hard?
Mar 23 2024
Can We Really Be Joyful When Life is Hard?
Life definitely has peaks and valleys. It's easy to have joy and gratitude when things are looking up. But can we keep our high hopes when it gets tough, like really tough? That's the question we dove into after learning some great tips to keep a positive mindset in the middle of our "challenges" from Robin Shear, the Joy Coach, in our last episode, 'Inviting God into Your Mess.' In this episode, we decided to put her advice to the test. Fortunately (or unfortunately) for us, we were able to test this against some pretty stinky situations in our personal lives. We'll take an honest look at both our success and failures here. Finding gratitude and joy isn't always a walk in the park, and that's totally okay! We explored the importance of giving ourselves and others grace.  Also drawing from both our personal experiences and expert guidance, we discussed how to support others through rough patches, finding that balance between empathy and uplifting encouragement. Spoiler alert: There are definitely things we discovered that we can all do for ourselves and to support others, that can make tough times a bit easier. RELATED:Inviting God into Your Mess (with Joy Coach Robin Shear)What to Say and Not Say When Someone Is Going Through Tough TimesFor more info on IMAGINE YOURSELF with Lanée Blaise and Sandy Kovach or to contact us, visit imagineyourselfpodcast.comJoin the conversation on our FACEBOOK, TWITTER or INSTAGRAM pages. Email at imagineyourselfpodcast@gmail.com Thanks for being part of the Imagine Yourself Family! Follow or subscribe so you don't miss an episode!
Inviting God into Your Mess (with Joy Coach Robin Shear)
Mar 9 2024
Inviting God into Your Mess (with Joy Coach Robin Shear)
Discover how to sprinkle joy into the chaos of real life with our latest guest, certified joy coach, speaker, and author, Robin Shear. During a heartwarming conversation filled with life-tested wisdom, Robin shares her passion for finding happiness in the midst of life's inescapable messes and even trauma. Her personal story includes PTSD, chronic pain, and suffering a serious head injury…but God!  Join us and deepen your understanding of God's role in life's journey and discover serenity in the acceptance of His will, even when it mystifies you. We think you’ll find Robin to be both authentic and vulnerable, giving us encouragement without sugar-coating what we go through when facing tough circumstances. 🌟 Episode Highlights:- Robin Shear unveils the concept of "messy joy" and the power of embracing joy in life's imperfections.- Learn how everyday challenges can be opportunities to practice joy for when larger hardships hit.- Engage with the idea of inviting God into your struggles and finding divine guidance toward a joy-filled life.Find our more about Robin and her book "Messy Joy: How Joy Can Begin Before Your Difficulties End"Download the Messy Joy QuestionsThe app we talked about THROUGH THE WORDFor more info on IMAGINE YOURSELF with Lanée Blaise and Sandy Kovach or to contact us, visit imagineyourselfpodcast.comJoin the conversation on our FACEBOOK, TWITTER or INSTAGRAM pages. Email at imagineyourselfpodcast@gmail.com Thanks for being part of the Imagine Yourself Family! Follow or subscribe so you don't miss an episode!
Feeling Stuck in Life?
Oct 28 2023
Feeling Stuck in Life?
Feeling stuck in life can be a paralyzing experience. It can leave us questioning our ability to reach our personal and professional goals. It can also hinder our day-to-day activities and put a damper on enjoying our lives. It becomes hard to achieve the contentment we crave. Feeling stuck is a familiar experience for most of us from time to time. Whether it's struggling to take the next step toward a big dream or goal, feeling overwhelmed and unable to move forward, or battling with procrastination. Being in a state of inertia can hinder our personal, professional, health and even spiritual growth. But fear not! We're here to share five unique and effective ways to get UNstuck. From digging deep into the reasons behind our inertia to daring to do things differently, we're looking to provide valuable insights and even counterintuitive strategies to help break free from our limitations. So join us as we embark on this transformative journey of self-discovery and empowerment. Click play and spend the next 15 minutes  with us. It may finally get you unstuck and moving again! RELATED Stop Talking Yourself out of Following Your Dreams (w/Coach Jackie Prewitt)How to Stop Procrastinating and Get Stuff Done!For more info on IMAGINE YOURSELF with Lanée Blaise and Sandy Kovach or to contact us, visit imagineyourselfpodcast.comJoin the conversation on our FACEBOOK, TWITTER or INSTAGRAM pages. Email at imagineyourselfpodcast@gmail.com Thanks for being part of the Imagine Yourself Family! Follow or subscribe so you don't miss an episode!
Stop Talking Yourself out of Following Your Dreams (w/Coach Jackie Prewitt)
Oct 14 2023
Stop Talking Yourself out of Following Your Dreams (w/Coach Jackie Prewitt)
No, it’s probably not laziness or making excuses. Usually, we believe we are making the best decision possible when we talk ourselves out of our dreams. To be fair, there absolutely are times when common sense needs to prevail; but often our reasoning needs to be reexamined. Sometimes it’s fear, doubt, overthinking or other self-limiting belief that squashes our big goal before we can even get started. Or, maybe we’re waiting to have it all “figured out” before we begin!   In this episode,  Business and Mindset Coach, Jackie Prewitt talks about taking what she calls “messy action” and embracing imperfection along the way. Jackie shares her journey from being on the shy side and afraid to move forward to someone who is proactive and confident. The road wasn’t a smooth straight path for her and typically isn’t for anyone. She says so many of us give up along the way because we don’t pick ourselves back up from failure and remember that we have done and can do hard things. We can also grab onto God to help pull us through.  Whether you’re just in the “discovering your passion” stage, needing to find the motivation to begin or get some encouragement to keep going -- we think Jackie’s nonjudgmental, fun approach will have you dreaming big dreams again. It sure was a kick in the pants for us! (in a good way, of course!) Click play for some tips that will not only make you think, but want to act, too! Reach Out to Jackie Prewitt on InstagramFor more info on IMAGINE YOURSELF with Lanée Blaise and Sandy Kovach or to contact us, visit imagineyourselfpodcast.comJoin the conversation on our FACEBOOK, TWITTER or INSTAGRAM pages. Email at imagineyourselfpodcast@gmail.com Thanks for being part of the Imagine Yourself Family! Follow or subscribe so you don't miss an episode!
5 Steps to Stop Overthinking
Sep 16 2023
5 Steps to Stop Overthinking
Overthink: verb: to spend more time thinking about something than is necessary or productive. This little word can activate everything from little annoyances to major mental roadblocks.  It comes in many forms:  constantly worrying about the future, “analysis paralysis” that stifles decision-making, over-analyzing past mistakes, and second guessing ourselves in social situations and relationships. Those are just a few of the ways we tend to overthink.  In this episode, we’ll detail the major ways many psychologists categorize overthinking. There’s a good chance you’ll recognize yourself in one or more. Then, we’ll follow up with five steps to slow down or stop the overthinking cycle. Along with tips from pros, we’ll recount some successes and failures we’ve had along the way. Some of these situations include Sandy’s recovery from “catastrophizing” (otherwise known as drama) and  Lanée  learning to cope with embarrassing situations (and we DO mean embarrassing). Join us as we imagine a life free from the burdens of overthinking and discover how to find inner peace and embrace the unexpected. We’ll talk about tapping into our faith and how trusting God and His timing can have a huge effect on our clarity and comfort level. Plus, we focus on silencing that ever-present inner critic. So grab some coffee or tea, click play, and let's navigate the path to a more balanced and positive mindset together.For more info on IMAGINE YOURSELF with Lanée Blaise and Sandy Kovach or to contact us, visit imagineyourselfpodcast.comJoin the conversation on our FACEBOOK, TWITTER or INSTAGRAM pages. Email at imagineyourselfpodcast@gmail.com Thanks for being part of the Imagine Yourself Family! Follow or subscribe so you don't miss an episode!