#97 - Turning Pain Into Purpose with Todd Moore

In this powerful episode, Scott sits down with Todd Moore, a former law enforcement officer turned successful insurance agency owner, to discuss resilience, mental health, and finding purpose in life and business. After two decades on the front lines as a firefighter, first responder, and sheriff’s lieutenant, Todd opens up about the trauma he experienced, his near breaking point, and how he learned to transform pain into perspective.

Todd shares how he’s now on a mission to help others create happiness through intentional mindset shifts, gratitude practices, and authentic connections. This heartfelt conversation is a must-listen for high achievers, business owners, and anyone navigating stress, burnout, or the weight of expectations.

💡 What you’ll learn:

• How Todd turned 20 years of trauma into gratitude and purpose
• Why happiness isn’t something you find—it’s something you create
• Simple daily practices to rewire your mindset and stay present
• Why surrounding yourself with positive people changes everything
• How to recognize when it’s time to ask for help—and why that’s a strength, not a weakness

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Episode Markers:
(0:00) - Intro: Meet Todd Moore – From Law Enforcement to Insurance
(1:00) - The Dalai Lama Quote That Hit Hard
(3:00) - 20 Years of Trauma and Perspective Shifts
(6:00) - Turning Adversity into Gratitude and Positivity
(10:00) - Breaking the Stigma Around Mental Health in Law Enforcement
(14:00) - The Day Everything Changed for Todd
(18:00) - Finding Help: Therapy, Mindset Shifts, and Resilience
(22:00) - From Trauma to Entrepreneurship
(26:00) - Happiness Is a Fallacy: Why You Must Create It
(30:00) - Positive Practices for Business Owners
(34:00) - The Power of Compliments and Dopamine Boosts
(38:00) - Creating a Culture of Gratitude in the Office
(41:00) - Advice for Anyone Struggling With Mental Health
(43:00) - Closing Thoughts: You’re Not Alone

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Todd's Links:
IG - https://www.instagram.com/sfmyagenttodd
Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/todd-moore-5468b61a2