From Chronic Pain to Inner Peace: How I Broke Free from Anxiety and Found Strength

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A Leap of Faith

My name is Lance Comstock, and I grew up in Sacramento, California. Being homeschooled until 11th grade left me shy and withdrawn, struggling with anxiety and low self-esteem. After high school, I enrolled in community college to study Mathematics, but when things got tough, I gave up. With no job prospects and feeling stagnant, a supportive family member encouraged me to apply for a manufacturing job in Dallas. In 2010, at 20 years old, I left California, ready to find new possibilities. Determined to take the leap, I sold some textbooks, bought a plane ticket, and moved to Texas for an interview, which I secured. From that point, my life became a series of challenges, navigating my living situation and the demands of my first full-time job.

The job was a rude awakening. I had no idea what I was stepping into and quickly felt thrown to the wolves. The work drained me physically and mentally. Each day felt like a relentless battle, and the stress wreaked havoc on my body, leaving me in constant pain. Emotionally, I felt trapped and stifled. I doubted myself constantly, convinced I wasn’t good enough, and dreaded every shift. Despite my unhappiness, I stayed for years, held back by fear of failure and low self-esteem.

A Glimpse of Sanctuary

While still working at the manufacturing company, I took on part-time cleaning work at a fitness club. This job broadened my experience and introduced me to yoga and movement. Yoga became a sanctuary—a way to reconnect with my body and mind. Each session gave me a brief escape from the chaos, helping me turn stress into strength and clarity. The time on my mat was a rare moment of peace, offering balance and calm amidst the turmoil of my daily life.

Between 2015 and 2019, I struggled to find a clear path forward. I enrolled in community college multiple times, but procrastination and self-doubt led me to drop out each time. My financial habits only made things worse. Impulsive spending piled on debt, adding to my stress. Sleepless nights became the norm as worries consumed me. Yoga remained my refuge, the one constant that allowed me to breathe and find a sense of stability. But even with this, I felt like I was drifting aimlessly. I chased dreams but fell short. I auditioned seven times for a fitness program I loved, failing each attempt. The disappointment pushed me into unhealthy habits, swinging between eating clean and giving up entirely. I felt stuck—caught between ambition and defeat.

After nine years at the manufacturing job, I reached my limit and decided to quit. I found freedom in taking on cleaning jobs, which brought more happiness and flexibility. Yoga and movement became central to my life, helping me rebuild my mental health. Then, in 2020, the pandemic hit, triggering a wave of depression. Growing up, I had been taught to fear the end of the world, and COVID-19 felt like proof of those fears. Anxiety overwhelmed me, and my sense of purpose crumbled. Around this time, I developed debilitating stiffness in my lower back. Doctors couldn’t explain it, and the pain robbed me of the physical freedom I found through yoga.

Finding Healing Through RTT®

In 2021, I decided to enroll in a 200-hour yoga teacher training program. My back wasn’t fully healed, but I took things slow, determined to deepen my practice. During the training, I sensed my back pain wasn’t just physical—it was tied to something deeper. I began researching therapies that address the mind-body connection. That’s when I discovered Rapid Transformational Therapy® (RTT®). Desperate for change, I booked a session, though I had little hope it would work. To my surprise, the session unlocked years of emotional tension. I cried as I released the weight I had been carrying for so long. For the first time in years, my back felt light and free. Rewiring my mind to embrace movement without fear took time, but RTT® transformed my life.

Rapid Transformational Therapy® gave me more than physical relief—it gave me freedom and clarity. It reignited my purpose and helped me see what was possible. Today, my mission is to share this healing experience with others. I want to guide people toward the freedom I wish I had found sooner. Healing is possible, and it’s never too late to reclaim your life.

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  1. I’m so proud of you Lance!! You are such a light in the world. I am grateful to have taken YTT with you and now call you a friend. You did it!! You pushed through. I can’t imagine how hard it must of been. You are courageous, resilient and an awesome human being!! I love you!! 💞

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