How Pain Becomes Purpose: Turning Trauma Into Meaningful Change | Todd Haselhorst | Ep 4

Meet Todd Haselhorst, a multidisciplinary entrepreneur and CEO of HEALE Labs, a blockchain logistics company rooted in integrity, and innovation.Episode Summary:What if the path to radical healing, purpose, and spiritual awakening came not from a hospital, but from within?In this powerful interview, Todd Haselhorst shares his astonishing transformation—from battling cancer and addiction to becoming a tech CEO. His journey led him to a life of deep purpose and mindfulness, a transformation he attributes to ancient wisdom and conscious living over conventional approaches.Todd opens up about his life-altering experience with Ayahuasca, revealing how the sacred plant medicine helped him heal emotional trauma, dissolve physical illness, and reconnect with his soul’s purpose. Through raw, honest storytelling, he walks us through his darkest moments, overdosing on Oxycontin, hitting rock bottom, and facing death, and how those experiences became the catalyst for awakening.For anyone feeling lost, stuck, or curious about the intersection of spirituality and modern leadership, this episode is a must-watch. Discover how surrendering to the unknown, embracing breathwork, and healing spiritual wounds can not only transform your inner world, but also empower your outer impact as a leader, entrepreneur, or conscious creator.Whether you’re navigating addiction, burnout, or simply seeking deeper meaning, Todd’s story offers a map for reclaiming your power, purpose, and presence.Todd Haselhorst is a visionary entrepreneur, two-time cancer survivor, and the CEO/Founder of HEALE Labs, a decentralized international logistics tech company. Starting his first business at age 12, Todd has built and exited several ventures, including Auto Transport Plus and CubeMonk. A former Division I athlete and economics major, Todd’s journey took a dramatic turn after surviving cancer and addiction, leading him to explore plant medicines like Ayahuasca. Today, he integrates spiritual practices into his leadership, speaks on conscious entrepreneurship, and actively shapes innovations that merge technology with holistic well-being.Timestamps:00:00:00 - Trailer to Episode 4 SageFull Living Podcast 00:02:07 - Todd's Backstory: From Kansas to College Football00:05:22 - The Injury That Led to OxyContin Addiction00:07:12 - Near-Death Experience: Overdosing During Cancer Surgery00:11:20 - A Second Cancer Diagnosis & Discovering Ayahuasca00:14:36 - The Miraculous Healing of a Tumor During Ceremony00:18:24 - The Power of Surrender: A Massive Ego Death Experience00:24:42 - How Ayahuasca Cured Addiction by Healing Self-Hate00:30:06 - The CEO as a Shaman: Integrating Spirituality into Business00:37:38 - The 3 Most Important Lessons from Ayahuasca for Life00:43:22 - Daily Tools & Practices for Living an Aligned Life| ABOUT SPEAKER |Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realtoddguru/Website: www.healelabs.comEmail Todd at: [email protected]| ABOUT THE SHOW |Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sagefull_livingYouTube: @sagefull-livingWebsite: www.sagefull-living.comEmail me at: [email protected] Disclaimer:The SageFull Living Podcast is intended for informational and inspirational purposes only. The views and opinions expressed by Susan the Sage and her guests are their own and do not replace professional medical, legal, financial, or psychological advice.Listeners are encouraged to use their own discretion, seek appropriate professional support when needed, and take personal responsibility for the choices they make based on the content shared here.By listening to this podcast, you agree that neither Susan the Sage, SageFull Living, nor any of the podcast guests are liable for any outcomes that may result from applying the information discussed.