Addicted to Betterment is for leaders and high achievers who are wired for sharpening themselves. Hosts, David and Nikki Lewallen Gregory use a framework called The Life Wheel to grow in every role—offering tools, inspiration, and a system for progress.
Sometimes the most dangerous pain is the one nobody sees. David sits down with his longtime friend Nathan Walsh, owner and therapist of Ascend Counseling, for a raw conversation about addiction, stigma, shame, and the courage it takes to ask for help.
Nathan opens up about his own journey through alcoholism, trauma, prison, relapse, and rebuilding a life rooted in purpose. What makes this conversation so powerful is not just Nathan’s professional insight, but the lived experience behind it. Together, David and Nathan unpack why so many people suffer in silence, how stigma keeps people stuck, and why healing often begins when someone simply believes in you before you can believe in yourself. 💛
This episode is a reminder for every people-first leader and every human carrying something heavy: you are not broken, you are hurting, and you do not have to do it alone.
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Key Takeaways:
- Stigma keeps too many people suffering in silence.
- Healing begins when someone believes in you.
- Asking for help is an act of strength.
- Dependency can take many forms beyond substances.
- Willingness to do the work changes everything.
David Gregory and Nikki Gregory
Addicted to Betterment
Addicted to Betterment is a podcast for leaders and high achievers who are wired to sharpen themselves or looking for a regular system to develop themselves. Hosts, David and Nikki Gregory, use a core practice called The Life Wheel that provides a framework for listeners to design and track progress for their ideal life experience.
When you think of all your life roles, we provide inspiration and tips to better yourself in all areas.