Daily Inspiration: Meet Lance Daniel

Today we’d like to introduce you to Lance Daniel

Hi Lance, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
When is was very young I was taught to use my imagination to accomplish anything I desired.

I was told everything made by mankind was first imagined.

Specifically, I was told to ask myself what it would be like if I already had my desire and to use all my normal senses to imagine the experience.

I was taught not to think about how I’d get what I wanted, just enjoy the feeling of already having it.

I was going to be a scientist or engineer when I grew up, so I didn’t believe imagination could create reality.

Bring curious I tried it as an experiment. Over my lifetime, I’ve been able to get my desires including working at the District Attorney’s Office- a job I was told I’d never get- eventually, my own law practice, and so much more.

Fast forward to seven years ago. I was 57 years old taking my usual walk through a neighborhood park in Sacramento. I stopped in my tracks asking myself, what next?

By the time I finished my walk, I decided to close my law practice, sell my beautiful home, and move to L.A. to produce an animated sitcom I created about an attorney who shines a satirical spotlight on current events via the lens of law.

I had no training in the entertainment business, nor connections to speak of. I’d written a pilot episode and put together a pitch deck. I took a big risk, trusting I’ll meet the right people and be guided in the right direction and I have!

Today, I practice law with a wonderful firm, take on-camera acting lessons which I really enjoy, write and create comedy TV series of my own, and am working with a top-notch producer on a dramatic limited series inspired by a true story.

I’m grateful everyday for my life in L.A., especially all the wonderful creative people who’ve helped me learn and grow along the way.

We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
Just after I moved to L.A. I suffered a left vocal fold hemorrhage. I literally wasn’t allowed to speak, hum or even cough for months. Had to walk around my new neighborhood carrying a s all white board. Believe it or not, I found humor in that experience.

I lost my source of income during COVID. Eventually, my savings were depleted and I feared having to live in my car. I was down to $1.29 and thought about how I’m going to buy food for my wonderful Trixie cat.

Then, I was diagnosed with kidney cancer. Chronic infections and another major surgery later, I recovered.

All along I continued to use my imagination to see myself as vibrantly healthy and fit and financially secure.

Today, I’m cancer free, healthy, and once again financially sound. As I said, I’m grateful everyday for all the friends and acquaintances who came out of the nowhere to help me through a very challenging time.

Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
I know who I am. But boy, of boy, it sure took long enough to figure it out. I’m a teller of stories. Whether telling clients’ stories at trial- my current area is Plaintiff Personal Injury- bringing a script to life, or creating ones of my own,

I’m most proud of helping others achieve their goals or sharing a perspective that moves them in a positive direction.

We don’t realize the effect we may have. Years ago, I was at the grocery store. I happened to briefly speak with the courtesy clerk. I asked her what she wanted in life. She said she wasn’t exactly sure.

I never saw her again. However, fifteen years later she found my email address on the State Bar website and wrote to thank me for my few words.

She said she began to think about her life and how she was limiting herself. She went in to say how wonderful her life has turned out. I keep a copy of that email as reminder.

What sets me apart is my ability to talk with anyone, to really listen, and to encourage others. It’s not all about me and my hair!

What matters most to you? Why?
What matters most is love and friendship. Staying positive.

I used to be all about accumulating things . Things are great and everyone should enjoy them. But they can be quite temporary. I’ve learned how quickly money and things disappear,

It’s what’s inside of us that counts.

My great grandma Minnie from “the old country” used to say, “Too soon old; too late smart.”

I took awhile, but everyday, I try my level best to live life smart- knowing what’s really important, how we create our own circumstances, and how our words and actions have a profound affect on our lives, and the lives of others.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://Www.carbuncle.tv
• Instagram: LALance2240
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