From Addiction to Empowerment with Nathan Buttigieg

In this episode of Overcome: A Mental Health Podcast, host Travis White sits down with Australian coach and speaker Nathan Buttigieg to talk about his powerful journey from addiction to empowerment and how he turned his darkest struggles into a mission to help others.

Nathan shares how the COVID lockdowns upended his life at just 22 years old—costing him his job, relationship, and stability—and how he spiraled into alcohol and cocaine addiction. He opens up about hitting rock bottom, the turning points that helped him walk away from substances, and the daily systems he built to reclaim his mental and physical health.

Together, Travis and Nathan discuss:

• Coping with depression during isolation

• Breaking free from alcohol and drug dependency

• The importance of purpose, discipline, and fitness in recovery

• How to build new habits and say no to destructive patterns

• Turning pain into service by helping others heal

  
  

Nathan now coaches people worldwide, helping them reshape their mindset, build healthier lifestyles, and overcome the vices holding them back. His story is a raw and inspiring reminder that true strength comes from facing yourself and choosing purpose over pleasure—a real journey of addiction to empowerment.

Follow Nathan: @nathanbuttigiegg