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In this episode, Christina Dent talks with Rebekah Mutch about how she found recovery with the help of neuro-electric therapy (NET), a device that eases withdrawal symptoms and cravings. Rebekah shares what life was like after 8 other treatment attempts, what changed during her time at Isaiah House, and why she now works to make NET available to others.   This is an honest, down-to-earth conversation about a lesser-known pathway to recovery that could be one of the best tools we have - if only more people know about it.   Resources & Links: Isaiah House website: https://isaiah-house.org/ NET Recovery: https://www.netrecovery.net/ End It For Good's website: https://enditforgood.com/

Dive into a thought-provoking episode of the Libertarian Christian Podcast with host Cody Cook and guest Jane Clair Tyner, Communications Manager at End It For Good. This compelling conversation challenges conventional views on drug addiction and explores health-centered approaches over punitive measures. Jane shares insights from End It For Good's mission, drawing from founder Christina Dent's transformative journey detailed in her book Curious. From Dr. Bruce Alexander's groundbreaking Rat Park study to the harsh realities of the justice system, they unravel the complexities of addiction, debunk the "demon drug" myth, and discuss the societal impacts of prohibition. Jane's personal story adds a heartfelt dimension, urging listeners to rethink drug policy with empathy and evidence. Tune in for a fresh perspective on balancing grace, liberty, and responsibility in addressing one of society's toughest issues. Find resources and connect at enditforgood.com!Additional resources:End It For Good's podcast interviews with Dr. Bruce Alexander: Ep. 14 on the Rat Park experiment, Ep. 15 on a deeper dive into addiction and recovery.End It For Good's core resource page.Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com ★ Support this podcast ★

In this deeply moving and ultimately uplifting episode, Christina Dent sits down with Pattie Vargas—a mother who has lived through the heartbreak of losing a son to overdose and the joy of watching her daughter find lasting recovery. Pattie shares her family's journey with remarkable honesty, from years of struggle and loss to an unexpected turning point: discovering NET Recovery, a device designed to ease the pain of withdrawal and help reduce cravings. It was this breakthrough approach, used at Isaiah House in Kentucky, that helped her daughter begin a new life after years of homelessness and addiction. More than a story of loss, this is a story of what's possible. Pattie offers hard-won insight, fierce compassion, and a vision for recovery rooted in connection, innovation, and hope. If you've ever wondered whether real change is possible—even after everything—this conversation is for you.

Kayla and Isabel speak with Mississippi native Jane Clair Tyner, Communications Manager of the dynamic education and advocacy organization, End It For Good. Jane Clair describes the "Thank God moment" she had when she first discovered the CRAFT method, albeit bittersweet: she had already lost her first-born son to drug-related complications. She weighs in on the current challenge faced by Allies in Recovery and so many other organizations who are losing their funding because of the current administration. Find out what Jane Clair Tyner sees as the best possible ways to shine light on the situation and move things forward. A beautiful and inspiring conversation.End It For Good (founded by Christina Dent, who we've interviewed several times) promotes health-based alternatives to drugs, and fights against the criminalization of drug use. Learn more here: www.EndItForGood.comAt Allies in Recovery, we train, guide, and support families using the CRAFT method—an evidence-based approach that helps families shift the dynamic with a loved one struggling with addiction. Self-care is a cornerstone of this process, but for many, it's something we have to learn from scratch. A membership at Allies in Recovery gives you unlimited access to: ✔ Step-by-step CRAFT training through our online learning platform ✔ Support groups and a community that understands what you're going through ✔ A Q&A blog with expert guidance ✔ And much more! Visit Allies in Recovery to start your new path towards healing addiction in your family.  

Substance use is a major factor in foster care cases; in 2017 alone, more than half of the children who entered care under age 5 did so because of parental drug use. Addiction is an issue that runs parallel to the foster care community, and it's a struggle that agency workers and foster parents often witness firsthand in the lives of the families they serve. For those of us who have never battled with addiction, it can be easy to think we have nothing in common with parents whose substance use results in their children being removed from their care. However, my guest today is here to help us see these people through a new lens—one that emphasizes compassion, understanding, and shared humanity. Christina Dent is the Founder and Vice President of Mission at End It For Good, a nonprofit that invites people to support approaches to drug addiction that prioritize life, preserve families, and promote public safety. As an adoptive mom and former foster mom, Christina's experiences in foster care ignited a passion in her for finding better solutions for addiction. In this episode, she shares the realities of addiction and drug use, how drug addiction intersects with foster care, why we should reframe the way we think and speak about those struggling with addiction, and much more. Find resources mentioned and more in the show notes for this episode: https://theforgotteninitiative.org/christina-dent-268/

What if Mississippi could lead the nation in turning the tide on addiction? In this episode, Christina Dent talks with Dr. Dan Edney, Mississippi's State Health Officer and a physician specializing in addiction medicine. They dive into the quiet revolution taking place in our state—from expanding access to medication-assisted treatment (MAT) to legalizing fentanyl test strips to saturating communities with naloxone. Dr. Edney shares how Mississippi became one of only five states to reduce overdose deaths for two years in a row—and why saving lives must be prioritized. They discuss why harm reduction saves taxpayer dollars, how recovery truly happens, and what still needs to change—like ending the ban on syringe services. You'll also hear about Mississippi's groundbreaking MSUD program, offering free treatment and MAT through local health departments, and why Dr. Edney believes it's time to treat addiction as a health issue. Whether you're new to these conversations or deeply engaged in reform, this episode will leave you with real hope.

Christina Dent and Bryan Mauk discuss what the research actually says about different types of drug treatment and what helps more people recovery. Did you know that some mutual aid groups have their participants introduce themselves as "a competent person" rather than "an addict"? Does it make a difference in outcomes? What about sober living options for people on medication? We dive into this and more! Learn more about EFG at https://enditforgood.com/

The evangelical Christian argues that drug legalization is the conservative thing to do.

In the last twelve months, nearly 110,000 Americans died of an overdose. Researchers in the American Journal of Public Health found that more than one in eight Americans had their lives disrupted by a drug overdose death. Now, two mothers who understand addiction are collaborating to remind us that this can happen to “good” families and there are other solutions we should consider as we move forward to address addiction and overdose. Pat Roos is a liberal university professor. Christina Dent is a conservative-evangelical Christian. There are many differences between them from age and hometowns to educational backgrounds, religion, and politics. But both mothers have been on journeys to better understand addiction and the overdose crisis. Through that process they have become activists. Despite their differences, Roos and Dent are remarkably similar in the kinds of solutions they see for the overdose crisis: harm reduction methods and moving from a punishing criminal justice approach to one based on public health. Pat RoosChristina Dent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the last twelve months, nearly 110,000 Americans died of an overdose. Researchers in the American Journal of Public Health found that more than one in eight Americans had their lives disrupted by a drug overdose death. Now, two mothers who understand addiction are collaborating to remind us that this can happen to “good” families and there are other solutions we should consider as we move forward to address addiction and overdose.  Pat Roos is a liberal university professor. Christina Dent is a conservative-evangelical Christian. There are many differences between them from age and hometowns to educational backgrounds, religion, and politics. But both mothers have been on journeys to better understand addiction and the overdose crisis. Through that process they have become activists. Despite their differences, Roos and Dent are remarkably similar in the kinds of solutions they see for the overdose crisis: harm reduction methods and moving from a punishing criminal justice approach to one based on public health. Pat Roos Christina Dent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Christina Dent, founder of End It For Good, Author - Curious, shares her journey of understanding addiction and advocating for a new approach to drug policy. She recounts her experience as a foster parent and meeting a mother struggling with addiction, which challenged her preconceived notions. This led her to question the effectiveness of the criminal justice system in addressing drug use and to explore alternative solutions. She discusses the Rat Park experiment and the importance of addressing the underlying reasons for substance use. Christina emphasizes the need for personalized pathways to recovery and a shift away from a one-size-fits-all approach. The illegal drug economy, fueled by drug prohibition, incentivizes crime and violence by providing a financial incentive. Gangs, cartels, and terrorist organizations are primarily funded through the proceeds of the drug trade. Prohibition also leads to the production of unregulated and dangerous drugs, such as fentanyl, which has contributed to the overdose crisis. The current approach to drug policy is reactive and fear-based, and it is important to shift towards a health-centered approach that addresses the root causes of addiction. Regular people can lead the charge for change and create a movement towards policy reform. Connect with me for Coaching, Consulting or to come and speak at George@tattooedpastor.com Buy my book The Uncovery https://www.briteaton.com/The-Uncovery-Book My personal website https://www.georgeawood.com/ Sober Truth Project https://sobertruthproject.org/ https://www.facebook.com/tattooedpastorgw/ https://linktr.ee/tattooedpastor

Show notes: In this episode, Christina and Jeffrey chat about her incredible book, Curious: a foster mom's discovery of an unexpected solution to drugs and addiction, as well as how End It For Good has evolved since their last conversation and the “staircase to recovery” as well as growing support for different types of recovery journeys. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/me_HTcqo-P4 Learn more: Host: Jeffrey M. Zucker Producer: Kait Grey Editor: Nick Case Recording date: 7/30/24 Christina: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinabdent/ https://www.instagram.com/christinabdent/ End It For Good: https://enditforgood.com/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwl4yyBhAgEiwADSEjeHW4zajtl0os_z-LkzXZ8qiH9Bsg3KCUprRz5cqqGWcIWBgdp7iQQxoCxuYQAvD_BwE https://www.instagram.com/enditforgoodms/ https://www.facebook.com/EndItForGoodMS/ https://twitter.com/EndItForGoodMS Contact - Curious@enditforgood.com Other resources: Curious: A Foster Mom's Discovery of an Unexpected Solution to Drugs and Addiction - https://www.amazon.com/Curious-Discovery-Unexpected-Solution-Addiction/dp/B0CMCDV8VP/ref=sr_1_1?crid=I74YGFPXBVD9&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.P3QhsNIPa0w36dbtXZtkeddL5vuGou8YhJX21rk2Fp4oIuTI6VB6B2Tl04RrBExAUj3fbibSt7sHFNhbl_PG8WR7g3piyzrNkgBPKsIGP25p3bZt7kTYUwCoM1IFI513gaanjpKxqe-toAexq4Nct3GxwRbmVk3n_VZEyYg_BEwvck3vZ3BGAMh7hMWEV7lOUlkhyIhDk4UndTOYgB9GiniXJgAm_VvaDgpW4ygmPek.C6h21av_RSPCGELOw1AgGMEGPLZtC3j3BRHaRVauIco&dib_tag=se&keywords=Curious%3A+A+Foster+Mom%27s+Discovery+of+an+Unexpected+Solution+to+Drugs+and+Addiction&qid=1715710051&sprefix=curious+a+foster+mom%27s+discovery+of+an+unexpected+solution+to+drugs+and+addiction%2Caps%2C113&sr=8-1 Bio: Christina is an author, TEDx speaker, and perpetual question-asker. She grew up in a conservative, Christian home and earned a degree in Biblical Studies with an emphasis in Christian Ministry from Belhaven University.   As a young adult, Christina assumed she had a solid understanding of how the world works. That changed when she and her husband became foster parents in 2014. The neat bow she had tied around her mental box of how the world works began to unravel.   What had previously been a category of people in her mind, people addicted to drugs, now had a name, face, and an infant son sleeping in the extra bedroom down the hall. Her foster care experience gave her an up-close look at the realities of addiction, drug use, and the far-reaching impact of our drug laws.   This became the catalyst for months of reading, questions, and listening as she tried to reconcile her beliefs as a Christian with the pain and suffering she saw first-hand. What she learned changed her mind. The laws she thought were the answer to keep people from using drugs she now saw as causing more harm than help to people made in God's image.   Christina founded End It For Good out of her desire to invite others to listen to the voices directly impacted by our drug laws. She hopes that more people will explore the root causes of drug-related harm and consider a different approach. She wrote the book Curious: A Foster Mom's Discovery of an Unexpected Solution to Drugs and Addiction to share her story and the research and experiences that changed her mind about the best path forward to help people thrive, even in a world where harmful drugs exist.   Christina is married to her college sweetheart Thomas, and they live in Ridgeland, MS, with their three sons. On the weekends, you can find her biking, in a hammock reading a biography, or playing board games with the family. Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 3:40 - End It For Good 5:47 - How Has EIFG Evolved? 10:33 - Curious 23:17 - Curious on Audio Book 26:16 - Origin Story 32:29 - Life After Publishing Curious 39:39 - Sentencing in Real Time 47:34 - Regulated Vs Street Drugs 52:33 - Rehabbing Yourself 57:53 - Staircase to Recovery 1:04:17 - Transcending Religion 1:12:50 - Engagement Around Curious 1:16:11 - When Work Affected Change 1:20:45 - Snap Your Fingers 1:23:37 - How to Support

Christina Dent is the president of the End It For Good Organization based out of Jackson, MS. End It For Good calls for the decriminalization of substance abuse as it typically endangers and worsens the conditions of chronic substance users' lives. Dent is an established author, a Tedx speaker, a podcaster, and an incredible advocate for those struggling with addiction. Listen in to hear about the work she is doing to change the way we see drug addiction and eliminate punitive measures towards it. Music for the episode provided by Between the Banks Band with songs "Atmosphere" and "Slow."

Christina Dent is the president of the End It For Good Organization based out of Jackson, MS. End It For Good calls for the decriminalization of substance abuse as it typically endangers and worsens the conditions of chronic substance users' lives. Dent is an established author, a Tedx speaker, a podcaster, and an incredible advocate for those struggling with addiction. Listen in to hear about the work she is doing to change the way we see drug addiction and eliminate punitive measures towards it. Music for the episode provided by Between the Banks Band with songs "Atmosphere" and "Slow."

7:20 a.m. - Delbert Hosemann - MS Lt. Governor Topic: The Lt. Governor's overview of recent national politics, his trip to the RNC Convention, what issues he sees ahead for the presidential election, and how the national narrative impacts Mississippians. 8:05 a.m. - Christina Dent - Founder & President, End It for Good Topic: The End It for Good team recently published a new report, on the workforce implications of criminalizing drug possession.

In the last twelve months, nearly 110,000 Americans died of an overdose. Now, two mothers who understand addiction and overdose are collaborating to remind us that this can happen to “good” families and there are other solutions we should consider. Pat Roos and Christina Dent are a great model for persons coming from different backgrounds seeking a collaborative and respectful path to needed change in our country.  Christina Dent has written of this in her book entitled "Curious: A Foster Mom's Discovery of an Unexpected Solution to Drugs and Addiction," while Pat Roos has written of the loss of her son in "Surviving Alex—A Mother's Story of Love, Loss, and Addiction". Www.enditforgood.com  www.patroos.com 

In the last twelve months, nearly 110,000 Americans died of an overdose. Now, two mothers who understand addiction and overdose are collaborating to remind us that this can happen to “good” families and there are other solutions we should consider. Pat Roos and Christina Dent are a great model for persons coming from different backgrounds seeking a collaborative and respectful path to needed change in our country. Christina Dent has written of this in her book entitled "Curious: A Foster Mom's Discovery of an Unexpected Solution to Drugs and Addiction," while Pat Roos has written of the loss of her son in "Surviving Alex—A Mother's Story of Love, Loss, and Addiction".Www.enditforgood.com  www.patroos.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Tudor discusses addiction with Pat Roos, who lost her son to a drug overdose, and Christina Dent, a foster mom of a baby with a drug-addicted mother. They emphasize that addiction can happen to anyone, regardless of their background or values. They advocate for a shift in the approach to addiction, focusing on harm reduction and medication-assisted treatment. They also highlight the need for better access to treatment programs and resources, as well as the importance of supporting families affected by addiction. Recovery is possible, and it requires a compassionate and comprehensive approach. The Tudor Dixon Podcast is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network. For more visit TudorDixonPodcast.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A week before the first debate, polls show President Joe Biden flipping the script among independent voters. What could be driving this shift, and why is Robert F. Kennedy Jr. not making it to the debate stage? Senators introduced a bill that would add Russia to the list of state sponsors of terrorism in an attempt to further isolate the country from the international community. As the opioid crisis continues to grip America, two mothers from different backgrounds are collaborating to change the way Americans treat addiction and the overdose crisis. We talk to Pat Roos, a liberal university professor, and Christina Dent, a conservative evangelical Christian, about how they crossed political divisions and found common ground in their solutions. ⭕️ Watch in-depth videos based on Truth & Tradition at Epoch TV

Understanding the Root Causes of the Drug Crisis: An Interview with Christina DentIn this episode of the Prisoner's Pardon podcast, host Michi J welcomes Christina Dent, the founder of End It For Good, to discuss the misunderstood root causes of the drug and addiction problem in the U.S. Christina shares her personal journey from a typical upbringing in Mississippi to becoming an advocate for drug policy reform. Through her experience as a foster parent and interactions with individuals affected by addiction, Christina provides insights into why current solutions have failed and offers alternative approaches. She emphasizes the importance of looking deeper into addiction as a health issue, the inefficacies of incarceration, and potential solutions like legally regulated drug markets and the CRAFT model for family support. Christina's book 'Curious' aims to shed light on these issues and inspire change. Additional resources and offers, including free book copies and educational materials, are provided for listeners.00:00 Understanding the Root Causes of Drug Problems00:51 Introduction to the Guest: Christina Dent02:26 Christina's Personal Journey into Drug Policy06:30 The Impact of Criminalizing Drug Use16:42 Exploring Solutions: Legal Regulation and Quality Control22:48 Support Systems for Families and Individuals34:06 Final Thoughts and ResourcesWebsite:https://enditforgood.comFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/EndItForGoodMS/

Christina Dent discusses her new book, Curious: A Foster Mom's Discovery of an Unexpected Solution to Drugs and Addiction. Christina grew up in a conservative Christian home. Her views of addiction changed dramatically when she and her husband became foster parents. Christina founded the non-profit End It For Good to invite others to listen to the voices directly impacted by our drug laws.

Send us a Text Message.Christina grew up Christian and conservative. When she became a foster parent in 2014, she realized that everything she thought she knew about addiction and people who use drugs was wrong. That's what set wheels in motion that would bring Christina to the cutting edge of Harm Reduction and drug policy advocacy with her organization, End it for Good. Great talk.Check out Chistina's Organization End it for Good This episode was Premir Sponsored By the AIMS-SK Program✅ Check out Pine Lodge Recovery HERE✅ Check out Nar-Anon HERE✅Bunny Hugs and Mental Health https://linktr.ee/bunnyhugspodcastSupport the Show.We've got fresh merch and it's amazing! Pick yours up HERE Are you getting something from our content? Tap here and buy us a coffee to say thanks and help us keep this train on the tracks! Check us out on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@hardknoxtalks

Our first guest in the month of June is a local activist determined to save lives. Christina Dent is the Founder & President of End It For Good, a Mississippi-based nonprofit advocating for approaches to drugs that prioritize life and the opportunity to thrive. Christina supported a criminal justice approach to drugs until her experience as a foster parent sparked her curiosity about drug policy. What she learned changed her mind about the best ways to reduce drug-related harm, and in 2019 she gave a TEDx Talk and launched End It For Good to invite others to consider a different approach.Marshall Ramsey, a nationally recognized, Emmy award winning editorial cartoonist, shares his cartoons and travels the state as Mississippi Today's Editor-At-Large. He's also host of a "Now You're Talking" on MPB Think Radio and "Conversations" on MPB TV, and is the author of several books. Marshall is a graduate of the University of Tennessee and a 2019 recipient of the University of Tennessee Alumni Professional Achievement Award. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, we sit down with author Christina Dent. Christina's nonprofit End It for Good advocates for the decriminalization of drugs and a shift away from a criminal-justice approach and toward a health-centered approach to address America's drug and overdose epidemic. But does decriminalization actually work? What would this look like in America? And where's the line between a compassionate, health-driven approach and complete lawlessness that creates unsafe cities? You can get Christina's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Curious-Discovery-Unexpected-Solution-Addiction/dp/B0CMCDV8VP --- Timecodes: (01:15) BIG ANNOUNCEMENT COMING TONIGHT (03:45) Christina's entry into this conversation (13:02) Accountability (22:10) Consequences for drug use (28:55) Drugs in prison (34:26) Hard drugs vs. alcohol & smoking (01:07:44) Oregon & San Francisco examples (01:13:55) Drug charges --- Today's Sponsors: We Heart Nutrition — nourish your body with research-backed ingredients in your vitamins at WeHeartNutrition.com and use promo code ALLIE for 20% off. Jase Medical — get up to a year's worth of many of your prescription medications delivered in advance. Go to JaseMedical.com today and use promo code “ALLIE". Covenant Eyes — protect you and your family from the things you shouldn't be looking at online. Go to coveyes.com/ALLIE to try it FREE for 30 days! Carly Jean Los Angeles — use promo code ALLIE50 for $50 off your order of $100+ at carlyjeanlosangeles.com. --- Relevant Episodes: Ep 561 | Free Crack Pipes & the Cruelty of Progressive Compassion https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/relatable-with-allie-beth-stuckey/id1359249098?i=1000550600026 Ep 938 | Border Standoff: Texas vs. Biden | Guest: Jason Buttrill https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/relatable-with-allie-beth-stuckey/id1359249098?i=1000642688945 --- Buy Allie's book, You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love: https://alliebethstuckey.com/book Relatable merchandise – use promo code 'ALLIE10' for a discount: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summary Christina Dent shares her journey of changing her perspective on drugs and addiction, leading her to start the organization End It For Good. She discusses the importance of understanding the underlying causes of addiction and the need for a more compassionate and evidence-based approach to drug policy. She also highlights the challenges of changing deeply ingrained beliefs and the role of faith in this process. Christina emphasizes the need to challenge the status quo and the financial incentives that perpetuate the current system. The conversation explores different solutions to the drug addiction crisis and the need to rethink our approach in the US. Christina discusses the challenges faced by family members and law enforcement in addressing addiction and the harmful effects of punishment and blame. The conversation also delves into the importance of legal regulation to ensure consumer safety and reduce crime. It highlights the need for accessible and affordable healthcare, livable wages, and social infrastructure to support individuals struggling with addiction. The conversation concludes by mentioning Switzerland as a country that has implemented innovative approaches to drug addiction, such as heroin-assisted treatment. Takeaways Understanding the underlying causes of addiction is crucial for developing effective solutions. Changing deeply ingrained beliefs and challenging the status quo can be difficult but necessary. There are financial incentives that perpetuate the current drug policy system. Faith can play a role in shaping one's perspective on addiction and compassion. A more compassionate and evidence-based approach to drug policy is needed. Rethinking our approach to drug addiction is necessary to address the crisis effectively. Punishment and blame are not effective in helping individuals struggling with addiction. Legal regulation is crucial to ensure consumer safety and reduce crime related to drug addiction. Accessible healthcare, livable wages, and social infrastructure are essential in supporting individuals with addiction. Switzerland has implemented innovative approaches, such as heroin-assisted treatment, to address drug addiction. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:31 Changing Perspectives on Drugs and Addiction 08:19 Challenging the Status Quo in Drug Policy 13:16 The Role of Faith in Shaping Perspectives 23:46 The Need for a Compassionate and Evidence-Based Approach 28:45 Approaching Loved Ones with Addiction 31:32 The Ineffectiveness of Arresting Drug Dealers 35:29 Addressing Contaminated Drugs through Legal Regulation 39:36 The Need for Accessible Healthcare and Livable Wages 46:36 Switzerland's Innovative Approaches to Drug Addiction Read Curious by Christina Dent Check out our website for merch, educational materials, and how to join our community! If you'd like to support our work, you can DONATE here! Follow Us On Instagram @thenewevangelicals  Subscribe On YouTube The New Evangelicals exists to support those who are tired of how evangelical church has been done before and want to see an authentic faith lived out with Jesus at the center. We are committed to building a caring community that emulates the ways of Jesus by reclaiming the evangelical tradition and embracing values that build a better way forward. If you've been marginalized by your faith, you are welcome here. We've built an empathetic and inclusive space that encourages authentic conversations, connections and faith. Whether you consider yourself a Christian, an exvangelical, someone who's questioning your faith, or someone who's left the faith entirely, you are welcome here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Christina Dent is the Founder & President of End It For Good, a Mississippi-based nonprofit advocating for approaches to drugs that prioritize life and the opportunity to thrive. Christina supported a criminal justice approach to drugs until her experience as a foster parent prompted a radical change of mind about the best ways to reduce drug-related harm. Christina's new book, Curious, is an invitation to learn with her and decide for yourself the best path forward.Get my new book 'The Path of an Eagle: How To Overcome & Lead After Being Knocked Down'. ► Amazon US: https://www.amazon.com/Path-Eagle-Overcome-After-Knocked/dp/163758492X► Amazon AUS: https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/163758492X/ref=cbw_us_au_dp_gos?smid=ANEGB3WVEVKZB ► Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Path-Eagle-Overcome-After-Knocked/dp/163758492X Connect with Jay TWITTER ► - https://twitter.com/jay_fantom Support The Show: https://paypal.me/thestorybox?country.x=AU&locale.x=en_AU Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheStoryBox96 Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-3049762 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thestorybox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Guest Christina Dent, author, joins to discuss the ongoing battle against addiction in the country and drug overdoses. Discussion of why more people are turning to illegal drugs, and can we find the root problem.  House passes resolution to renew FISA. Discussion of illegal surveillance of citizens...and are we hypocritical while concerned about China collecting data?

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If you've seen Christina Dent's TEDx Talk or heard the story of End It For Good's beginning, you've heard of Joanne, the mother who once struggled with addiction and ultimately changed Christina's life. In today's episode, Joanne Shedd shares her story in her own words. From the years she struggled to the beautiful life she's building with her son, Beckham, she lets us in on her world and her journey to healing and wholeness.     You can learn more about End It For Good, and Christina's book, at https://enditforgood.com/

How should we view the war on drugs? Is it a failure and should we try something different? Or are drugs so dangerous that waging war on them is the only appropriate response? We'll discuss these and more with our guest Christina Dent around her new book, Curious: A Foster Mom's Discovery of an Unexpected Solution to Drugs and Addiction.Christina Dent is Founder & President of End It For Good, a nonprofit advocating approaches to drugs that prioritize life and the opportunity to thrive.Read a transcript of this episode at https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2024/decriminalizing-drug-possession-seriously-with-christina-dent. ==========Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith and Culture is a podcast from Talbot School of Theology at Biola University, which offers degrees both online and on campus in Southern California. Find all episodes of Think Biblically at: https://www.biola.edu/think-biblically. Watch video episodes at: https://bit.ly/think-biblically-video. To submit comments, ask questions, or make suggestions on issues you'd like us to cover or guests you'd like us to have on the podcast, email us at thinkbiblically@biola.edu.

Dr. Branden Henry's story is included in Christina Dent's new book, Curious: A Foster Mom's Discovery of an Unexpected Solution to Drugs and Addiction. He joins us on the podcast today to unpack ideas that didn't make it into the book, including why so much addiction treatment is unhelpful. It fails to address three drivers of addiction that we dive into on today's episode. Dr. Henry also shares his perspective as a Christian who has wrestled with a biblical view of addiction and how we can better understand and support people who are struggling as well as the people who love them. His clear, vulnerable, and honest perspective will give you hope. Buy Christina's book Curious here: enditforgood.com/curious

End It For Good Christina Dent We are well aware that drug addictions are, basically, a pandemic in our society today. It is not only a problem in major metropolitan cities, but it literally crosses all social and economic boundary's. I know. I was addicted to pain killers a few back after almost 7 years of use.  My father had a drug problem. One of my brothers as well. My guest today in Christina Dent, the founder and president of “End It For Good,” a 501-c-3 non-profit formed in 2019.  Christina Dent is a politically conservative Christian, who supported criminalizing drugs, until she became a foster parent and saw, up close, the negative effects the current system was perpetuating on those who needed the most help. She researched why drug-related harm was not decreasing and she became convinced it was because the criminal justice system is simply the wrong tool to be used for addressing the drug problem. Christina was on our program a couple of years ago and we had a great, in-depth conversation about her efforts to help correct the societal problem of criminalizing those who use drugs instead of creating real solutions to the issue. Amen! Christina recently released her new book on this topic, titled, “Curious: A Foster Mom's Discovery of an Unexpected Solution to Drugs and Addiction.” With that being said, help me welcome back to the program, Christina Dent!  Christina, thank you for coming back on the program today! I do appreciate it! For the sake of those that may not have heard our prior interview a couple of years ago, can you tell us in your own words, “Who is Christina Dent?” I want to start with your book, “Curious: A Foster Mom's Discovery of an Unexpected Solution to Drugs and Addiction.”  Why did you write this book and why publish now? You had some very serious situations happen to you in life. You were involved in a serious train accident. Both your mother and father died of cancer. How did all of this shape you as you continued on with your life? I remember, from our prior interview, when you compared the war on drugs with prohibition in this nation back in the early 1900's.  Can you briefly go over that for our listeners? Last time you were on, you talked about what the nation of Portugal did in their “war on drugs.” But they went about winning their war in a very different way than we have in the United States – and they achieved a very different outcome. Tell us about that… As you have been doing all of this, what has been the hardest part you've experienced in fighting this battle? What is the number one message you would like your readers to get from this book? As we get ready to close, let's talk for a minute about your organization, “End it For Good.” How does your organization try to bridge this gap we have been talking about? Christina, this is so interesting. You and your organization are doing a marvelous work. I learned a lot from preparing for this interview as well as right now, just talking with you. I also believe our listeners have learned a lot as well  and may now have new perspective of things. If someone wanted to get in touch with you or 

Will Morgan's story is highlighted in Christina Dent's new book, Curious: A Foster Mom's Discovery of an Unexpected Solution to Drugs and Addiction. On this episode, we talk to Will as well as his wife, Sarah, hearing her journey of supporting Will through his years-long journey with chronic pain and prescription opioids. They offer a window into the other side of the war on prescription opioids - the patients who struggle with chronic pain and now have a harder time finding the medications they need. And yet, the very thing that at one point helped Will became part of the problem. Their story illustrates the tremendous complexity of prescription opioids and the lived experiences of the people who need them and the loved ones supporting them. There are no easy answers here, but a story that gives us a view into the real lives and families impacted by opioids and the policies that govern access to them.  Buy Christina's book Curious here: enditforgood.com/curious

In this episode of Real Live Talk, Duke sits down with Christina Dent, Author of "Curious" and Founder of "End It For Good", for an in-depth conversation on our current approach to drugs and addiction. Christina invites listeners to consider a health-based and pro-life approach to the drug, addiction, and overdose crisis currently plaguing our planet.#174 - Rethinking Drugs and Addiction: Christina DentSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reallivetalk/donations

*My recording software defaulted my microphone to my built-in computer mic, and I was not aware of this until after we finished recording. I apologize in advance for the below-average sound quality of my microphone. In this episode I talk to Christina Dent. Christina is the founder and president of the organization End it for Good, which challenges the popular narrative that the best way to solve drug abuse and addiction is through the criminal justice system. Christina argues that the war on drugs has been a failure and that instead of criminalizing drug use we need to take a restorative approach to addiction. She discusses her move as a conservative Christian away from the criminal justice approach to drugs, how the problem of drug abuse and addiction has impacted our society, and how ending the drug war might actually enable us to solve the problem of drug abuse in our country.  Media Referenced:End it for Good: https://enditforgood.com/End it for Good Twitter: @EndItForGoodMSCurious: https://a.co/d/1Aklh2LChristin Dent on Twitter: @ChristinaBDent The Protestant Libertarian Podcast is a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute and a part of the Christians For Liberty Network. The Libertarian Christian Institute can be found at www.libertarianchristians.com. Questions, comments, suggestions? Please reach out to me at theprotestantlibertarian@gmail.com.  You can also follow the podcast on Twitter: @prolibertypod. For more about the show, you can go to theprotestantlibertarianpodcast.com. If you like the show and want to support it, you can! Check out the Protestant Libertarian Podcast page at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theplpodcast. Also, please consider giving me a star rating and leaving me a review, it really helps expand the shows profile! Thanks!

Christina is an author, TEDx speaker, and perpetual question-asker. She grew up in a conservative, Christian home and earned a degree in Biblical Studies with an emphasis in Christian Ministry from Belhaven University.As a young adult, Christina assumed she had a solid understanding of how the world works. That changed when she and her husband became foster parents in 2014. The neat bow she had tied around her mental box of how the world works began to unravel.What had previously been a category of people in her mind, people addicted to drugs, now had a name, face, and an infant son sleeping in the extra bedroom down the hall. Her foster care experience gave her an up-close look at the realities of addiction, drug use, and the far-reaching impact of our drug laws.This became the catalyst for months of reading, questions, and listening as she tried to reconcile her beliefs as a Christian with the pain and suffering she saw first-hand. What she learned changed her mind. The laws she thought were the answer to keep people from using drugs she now saw as causing more harm than help to people made in God's image.Christina founded End It For Good out of her desire to invite others to listen to the voices directly impacted by our drug laws. She hopes that more people will explore the root causes of drug-related harm and consider a different approach. She wrote the book Curious: A Foster Mom's Discovery of an Unexpected Solution to Drugs and Addiction to share her story and the research and experiences that changed her mind about the best path forward to help people thrive, even in a world where harmful drugs exist.Christina is married to her college sweetheart Thomas, and they live in Ridgeland, MS, with their three sons. On the weekends, you can find her biking, in a hammock reading a biography, or playing board games with the family. Website: https://enditforgood.com/Curious: A Foster Mom's Discovery of an Unexpected Solution to Drugs and Addiction available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/0zERTYo

Christina Dent developed a passion for ending a criminal justice approach to drugs after she saw that it created a cycle of harm instead of treating the problem.

Christina was a supporter of criminalizing drugs until she became a foster parent in 2014 and saw the negative effects up close. What had previously been a category of people in her mind, people addicted to drugs, now had a name, face, and an infant son sleeping in the extra bedroom down the hall. In 2019, she formed  End It For Good, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit advocating for an approach to drugs that prioritizes life and the opportunity to thrive.  https://www.instagram.com/enditforgoodms/ https://twitter.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2FEndItForGoodMS   Links:  Follow 2 Lead Coaching https://www.follow2leadcoaching.com/   Spirit and Truth Substack https://spiritandtruth.substack.com/   Tony on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/twmilt/   Check out our YouTube page https://www.youtube.com/tmiltenberger1   Be sure to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reclamation-podcast-reclaiming-good-practices-for-following/id1429933082  

Ep #635 / Hr #2 Of The Clay Edwards Show On103.9 WYAB (11/13/23) Christina Dent W/ END IT FOR GOOD was my guest the whole second hour of the show to discuss their big event this Thursday at the Jackson Convention Complex. We cover every angle of the drug problem here in Mississippi and America, from opioid epidemic and how family members can learn to deal with an addict being in the family. Check out my website at Www.ClayEdwardsShow.Com for all things Clay

Christina Dent, founder of drug policy advocacy nonprofit End It For Good, discusses her voyage as a foster mom who'd never seen addiction up-close. The experiences she gained through fostering led her to dramatically rethink her stance on drugs and the criminal justice system.

For two years, twin brothers Chris and Jeff George along with their friend Derik Nolan, ran the largest pain clinic in the United States. They didn't really care about alleviating people's pain. They cared about the profits selling opioids could make. Florida's laws didn't address the fact that none of the men had any medical training to help addicts. They had no training in counseling to help addicts. They were in it because the money was big. Unfortunately, the addictions the drugs fueled were even bigger. This week's guest, Christina Dent, founded End It For Good out of her desire to invite others to listen to the voices directly impacted by our drug laws. She hopes that more people will explore the root causes of drug-related harm and consider a different approach. She is currently writing a book on the research and experiences that changed her mind about the best path forward to help people thrive, even in a world where harmful drugs exist. Christiana and I had an incredible conversation, and what I learned made me think a lot about 1 Peter 5:8 from the CEV, which says: “Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.” Keeping ourselves sober in the sense of being clear minded applies to us all. The enemy of our souls is actively searching for ways to destroy us like the lions we see on the Discovery Channel. They don't chase after the strongest gazelle in the herd. They want to find one who is weak, who is apart from the support of the herd, and isn't able to notice the danger they are in until it's too late. Addiction to ANYTHING can cloud our judgment and make us vulnerable to the evil that is in this world. I say this a lot when I'm giving safety information to people - criminals are looking for the easiest targets they can find. They don't want problems, they want to give YOU problems. We have to be watchful like Scripture says, and that's hard to do when our senses are dulled and we allow ourselves to be distracted. And yes, I said “allowed” ourselves. We can learn to focus on what we really need to and block out all of the rest, like service dogs do. I've put a link to a video of dogs being trained to ignore loud noises, toys, and even snacks so they can protect the person they are going to be caring for. Maybe we need the same training to become the best service people we can be! Just for fun, I've also put in a link to a service dog in training who we all probably look like at one time or another. If you were intrigued by this week's episode, be sure to listen to this one: Season 1, Episode 18: Finding Tess You can visit my website to access more episodes, read my blog posts, or check out ways you can financially support the podcast so that together we can impact more people, more families, and more communities. If you would like to contact me about booking me as a speaker, or ask about my consulting and investigative services, please email me at lori@theunlovelytruth.com. Buy Chasing the Scream by Johann Hari Buy In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts by Gabor Maté Visit End It For Good and learn more about Christina Watch Christina's TEDx talk Service dog training video Service dog training fail Show your support! Share the episode Let me know how The Unlovely Truth has made a difference in your life.

Rose Ann Forte, Best Selling Author and Founder of The Plans He Has For Me Coaching Program which focuses on how to put alcohol to the side for 12 consecutive weeks. Today, Rose Ann shares how she began going to church during her difficult marriage, realized her drinking was out of control, and found a twelve week program that worked for her. We also discuss the reasons people become addicted to substances and why there is hope if you want to stop. Rose Ann's story reminds us that Jesus is with us even when we do things that we're not proud of and invites us to trust him. Listen to Rose Ann's story in your favorite podcast player now! Stories Rose Ann shared: Writing a book called The Plans He Has for Me Growing up in New Hampshire going to a Catholic school Being in a difficult marriage and going to church Choosing to drink to deal with her problems Using alcohol over time and how it developed Her gratefulness for never hurting anyone Suffering in silence hoping to solve the problem for herself Why she didn't want to go to Alcoholic Anonymous Why a 12 week program is better for recovery The shame she felt while stuck in her relationship and drinking The joy she feels now every morning Great quotes from Rose Ann: I already had a higher power. His name is Jesus. Shame comes from the inability to forgive yourself. My story is the collision of God's Word, personal suffering, and the science of the brain. Resources we mentioned: Rose Ann's website The Plans He Has For Me: A 12-Week Daily Devotional for Freedom from Alcohol by Rose Ann Forte The Biology of Belief: Unleashing the Power of Consciousness, Matter, and Miracles by Bruce H. Lipton PhD Related episodes: Christina Dent and Compassion for Others Rob Lohman and Breaking Addiction Alicia Michelle and the Renewing of Your Mind The post Rose Ann Forte and Letting Go of Shame appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Licensed private investigator, podcast host, author, and speaker Lori Morrison. Today, Lori shares about being around church and slowly drawn to the Lord, working in the justice system to learn compassion, and how she became a private investigator. She also gives us tips about personal safety and some deep thoughts about God's love for all people, including those who commit crimes. Her book is called How to Kick Fear to the Curb where she explains the biblical case for being strong and not afraid. Lori's story reminds us that the Lord loves justice even when it doesn't look how we want it to. Listen to Lori's story in your favorite podcast app now! Stories Lori shared: Working as a private investigator and what that means Growing up in Indiana but not going to church Slowly being drawn to Jesus as a young woman Beginning to read and do Bible studies How getting involved with helping others helped her Learning compassion for others by working with inmates at the jail Being a stay at home mom while her children were little Working in the domestic violence court and how that opened her eyes Becoming a private investigator Learning to depend on the Lord as she helps families Understanding God's heart for justice Realizing that God love perpetrators as well Connecting with the Lord when she's working a case How to have situational awareness Great quotes from Lori: There's a lot of different ways you can get justice. As Christians, we can be too trusting. We trust in titles and positions as opposed to trusting in character. God wants to be in every part of our lives. In God we trust. Everyone else gets a background check. Resources we mentioned: Lori's website How to Kick Fear to the Curb: Private Investigator Approved Personal Safety Tips with Biblical Evidence to “Fear Not” by Lori Morrison The Unlovely Truth Podcast Related episodes: Christina Dent and Compassion for Others April Diaz and Power and Justice in the Kingdom Craig Greenfield and Good News for the Poor The post Lori Morrison and God's Compassion for the Hurting appeared first on Eric Nevins.

We reached the point when seven percent inflation is GREAT! Anthony Fauci says out loud that the entire response to Covid was pointless. And Christina Dent with End It For Good is in studio to discuss Fentanyl and the failed War on Drugs.

Raised in a conservative Christian family, Christina Dent never thought twice about criminalizing drugs until she met an addicted mother who made her question how our justice system handles addiction. Now she's leading people in conversation in how to best treat people with addiction-- and it's not incarceration.

THIS IS PART 2 OF A 2 PART EPISODE. FOR PART ONE, CLICK HERE: Christina Dent is a mother, foster parent, and executive director of the nonprofit End It For Good, a christian Mississippi based company that aims to end the drug war in America using compassion. From a young age, Christina was raised to believe a certain set of principles. She believed that people who went to jail for drugs were supposed to be incarcerated, that they were mere criminals and nothing further. Then she met some of the children''s parents who she was fostering during incarceration, and the love of one incarcerated mother changed her path forever. We discuss the criminalization of substances and how it affects and increases production of illegal substances, the story of how listening with empathy led Christina's life path to change, and how she was able to not only make a change of heart, but a change of mindset about how she views other people. This episode is so impactful, it will be a two part series. If you've ever thought about someone else as unforgivable, you should listen around the 40 minute mark. Christina can be found online at www.enditforgood.com Her TedX Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V263dVJZlqs&t=6s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EndItForGoodMS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enditforgoodms/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/EndItForGoodMS TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTRD7pKYU/ Find out more about The Misfit Heroes Podcast at www.misfit-heroes.com and www.beacons.ai/misfitheroes

Christina Dent is a mother, foster parent, and executive director of the nonprofit End It For Good, a christian Mississippi based company that aims to end the drug war in America using compassion. From a young age, Christina was raised to believe a certain set of principles. She believed that people who went to jail for drugs were supposed to be incarcerated, that they were mere criminals and nothing further. Then she met some of the children''s parents who she was fostering during incarceration, and the love of one incarcerated mother changed her path forever. We discuss the criminalization of substances and how it affects and increases production of illegal substances, the story of how listening with empathy led Christina's life path to change, and how she was able to not only make a change of heart, but a change of mindset about how she views other people. This episode is so impactful, it will be a two part series. If you've ever thought about someone else as unforgivable, you should listen around the 40 minute mark. Christina can be found online at www.enditforgood.com Her TedX Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V263dVJZlqs&t=6s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EndItForGoodMS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enditforgoodms/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/EndItForGoodMS TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTRD7pKYU/ Find out more about The Misfit Heroes Podcast at www.misfit-heroes.com and www.beacons.ai/misfitheroes

Christina Dent is a mother, foster parent, and executive director of the nonprofit End It For Good, a christian Mississippi based company that aims to end the drug war in America using compassion. From a young age, Christina was raised to believe a certain set of principles. She believed that people who went to jail for drugs were supposed to be incarcerated, that they were mere criminals and nothing further. Then she met some of the children''s parents who she was fostering during incarceration, and the love of one incarcerated mother changed her path forever. We discuss the criminalization of substances and how it affects and increases production of illegal substances, the story of how listening with empathy led Christina's life path to change, and how she was able to not only make a change of heart, but a change of mindset about how she views other people. This episode is so impactful, it will be a two part series. If you've ever thought about someone else as unforgivable, you should listen around the 40 minute mark. Christina can be found online at www.enditforgood.com Her TedX Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V263dVJZlqs&t=6s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EndItForGoodMS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enditforgoodms/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/EndItForGoodMS TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTRD7pKYU/ Find out more about The Misfit Heroes Podcast at www.misfit-heroes.com and www.beacons.ai/misfitheroes

Christina Dent is convinced that the criminal justice system is the wrong tool for addressing drugs because it doesn't address the root cause of the problem. It punishes people who are trying to feel better. She's here today to explain how she formed her opinions and her company, End It For Good.  Guest Bio: Christina Dent […] The post A New Way to Address Addictions appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Christina Dent is convinced that the criminal justice system is the wrong tool for addressing drugs because it doesn't address the root cause of the problem. It punishes people who are trying to feel better. She's here today to explain how she formed her opinions and her company, End It For Good.  Guest Bio: Christina Dent […] The post 92: A New Way to Address Addictions appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Christina Dent  is convinced that the criminal justice system is the wrong tool for addressing drugs because it doesn't address the root cause of the problem. It punishes people who are trying to feel better. She's here today to explain how she formed her opinions and her company, End It For Good.   Guest Bio: Christina Dent founder and president of Ended For Good, a conservative nonprofit, advocating a health centered approach to drugs rather than a criminal justice approach. Their vision is “A world where drug production, distribution and consumption are approached as a public health concern rather than a criminal justice issue.”   Guest Contact Info: WEBSITE: https://www.enditforgood.com/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/EndItForGoodMS/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/enditforgoodms/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/EndItForGoodMS   Thanks for listening to the show! It means so much to us that you listened to our podcast! If you would like to continue the conversation, please email me at allen@drallenlycka.com or visit our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/drallenlycka.    We would love to have you join us there, and welcome your messages. We check our Messenger often.   As a big thank you for listening to our podcast, we'd like to offer you a free copy of Dr. Lycka's bestselling book. The show is built on “The Secrets to Living A Fantastic Life.” Get your free copy by clicking here: https://secretsbook.now.site/home   We are building a community of like-minded people in the personal development/self-help/professional development industries, and are always looking for wonderful guests for our show. If you have any recommendations, please email us! Dr. Allen Lycka's Social Media Links Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/drallenlycka Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/dr_allen_lycka/ Twitter:  https://www.twitter.com/drallenlycka LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/allenlycka YouTube:  https://www.YouTube.com/c/drallenlycka   Subscribe to the show We would be honored to have you subscribe to the show – you can subscribe to the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave a review We appreciate your feedback, as every little bit helps us produce even better shows. We want to bring value to your day, and have you join us time and again.  Ratings and reviews from our listeners not only help us improve, but also help others find us in their podcast app. If you have a minute, an honest review on iTunes or your favorite app goes a long way! Thank you!

Raised in a conservative Christian family, Christina Dent never thought twice about criminalizing drugs until she met an addicted mother who made her question how our justice system handles addiction. Now she's leading people in conversation in how to best treat people with addiction-- and it's not incarceration.  

Christina founded End It For Good out of her desire to invite others to listen to the voices directly impacted by our drug laws. Her hope is that more people will explore the root causes of drug-related harm and consider a different approach.

In this interview, I enjoy a great conversation with Christina Dent who shares how becoming a foster parent transformed her type of thinking process when it comes to criminalizing drugs.   We discuss how addressing drugs and drug use as a complex health issue could dramatically reduce crime, overdose deaths, and the destabilization of families. I truly enjoyed this eye-opening conversation and I know you will too. Tune in for more...   Who is Christina Dent? Christina Dent is a politically conservative Christian who supported criminalizing drugs until she became a foster parent and saw the negative effects up close. She researched why drug-related harm isn't decreasing and became convinced it's because the criminal justice system is the wrong tool for addressing drugs. In 2017, she began hosting book discussions in her home state of Mississippi using Johann Hari's book “Chasing The Scream: The First and Last Days of the War on Drugs.” Those discussions grew to hundreds of people which led to End It For Good becoming a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in 2019. Christina invites people to explore how addressing drugs and drug use as a complex health issue could dramatically reduce crime, overdose deaths, and the destabilization of families. Christina leads End It For Good from the same passion that led her to foster care – helping children, families, and communities thrive. She isn't advocating drug use. She's advocating approaches to drugs that prioritize life and the opportunity to thrive. How to Connect with Christina? Website: www.enditforgood.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christina-dent-5674b51a2/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/christinabdent Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/christinabdent Tedx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V263dVJZlqs   --------------------------------------------------------   Connect with Dr. Vic... Website: www.EmpowerYourReality.com Facebook: www.Facebook.com/drvicmanzo Instagram: www.Instagram.com/drvicmanzo LinkedIn: www.LinkedIn.com/in/drmanzo   Check out my books: https://amzn.to/3gzr9XT   About Dr. Vic...   I'm Dr. Vic Manzo Jr., a Business Mindset Coach, Self-Mastery Expert, Influential Author, Inspirational Speaker, and the host and creator of The Mindful Experiment Podcast and The Mindful Chiropractor Podcast.   I teach entrepreneurs and Chiropractors how to DOUBLE their profits while working less and leading a SOUL-FILLED Life...   If you want to create this in your life for 2022, CLICK HERE or visit: TinyUrl.com/LevelUpWithDrVic

Paul's second interview with Christina Dent , a conservative Christian who supported criminalizing drugs until she became a foster parent and saw the negative effects up close. She went on a journey to learn why drug-related harm isn't decreasing and became convinced it's because the criminal justice system is the wrong tool for addressing drugs. In 2017, she began hosting book discussions in her home state of Mississippi using Johann Hari's book “Chasing The Scream: The First and Last Days of the War on Drugs.” Those discussions grew to hundreds of people which led to End It For Good becoming a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in 2019. Christina invites people to explore how addressing drugs and drug use as a complex health issue could dramatically reduce crime, overdose deaths, and the destabilization of families. Christina founded End It For Good from the same passion that led her to foster care – helping children, families, and communities thrive. She isn't advocating drug use. She's advocating approaches to drugs that prioritize life and the opportunity to thrive. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

End It For Good Christina Dent pt 2 We are well aware that drug addictions are, basically, a pandemic in our society today. It is not only a problem in major metropolitan cities, but it literally crosses all social and economic boundary's. I know. I was addicted to pain killers a few back after almost 7 years of use.  My father had a drug problem. One of my brothers as well. As a police officer, I also arrested my share of people that was found to be in possession of drugs. Drugs of various kinds. I also have seen that a policy of “lock them up” does not mean they are able to get “cleaned up.” Many times, these things are still available IN the prison system. Many times, these people get released and go right back to what they've always known. The same neighborhoods and friends and environment. There has been rehabilitation offered, or at least no rehabilitation that really made a difference. My guest today in Christina Dent, the founder and president of “End It For Good,” a 501-c-3 non-profit formed in 2019.  Christina Dent is a politically conservative Christian, who supported criminalizing drugs, until she became a foster parent and saw up close the negative effects the current system was perpetuating on those who needed the most help. She researched why drug-related harm was not decreasing and she became convinced it was because the criminal justice system is simply the wrong tool to be used for addressing the drug problem Christiana, you also referenced what the nation of Portugal did in their “war on drugs.” But they went about winning their war in a very different way than we have in the United States – and achieved a very different outcome. Tell us about that… I can hear the voices now, “if we legalize drugs then everyone will be a drug addict.” But you believe it will be different. What would we need to put in place IF this nation took the approach the Portugal did with their drug epidemic? I guess, Christiana, I was aware of what these drugs were doing to me. Gaining weight. Lethargic. Exhausted all of the time. That was motivation for me to stop. But that was me. What do most people need to happen, in their life, for them to stop? The idea was, if we criminalize drugs, that will make people stop. Why doesn't that work? How does your organization try to bridge this gap? Now, I also had my faith to back up my decision to stop. I prayed and stood on scripture and all of that. All night long - until I was finally so exhausted I might be able to fall asleep – even if it was only for a few minutes. But what about those who do not have their faith to rely on? What can we, as a society to differently than “lock them up” in order to build stronger families, safer communities and thriving citizens? Christina, this is so interesting. You and your organization are doing a marvelous work. I learned a lot from preparing for this interview as well as right now, just talking with you. I also believe our listeners have learned a lot as well  and may now have new perspective of things. If someone wanted to get in touch with you or your organization, maybe to check out your services, ask you to come speak or maybe just to do an interview such as this, how can they do that? How can someone get in touch with you? Folks, the war on drugs was a good idea, just implemented in the wrong way. As Christina Dent has shared with us, we have fostered an environment that simply intensifies the dependency; intensifies the addictions and intensifies the mindset that it all must remain hidden. We, as a nation and as communities, MUST change our mindset in order to effectively change the mindset of those who are truly being harmed. Those using the drugs themselves. I'm in agreement with Christina, we need to relook at how we, as a nation, are trying to deal with this drug problem. We need to offer hope, not condemnation. I don't know what the answer is. But, as Christina has so eloquently pointed...

Paul's first interview with Christina Dent , a conservative Christian who supported criminalizing drugs until she became a foster parent and saw the negative effects up close. She went on a journey to learn why drug-related harm isn't decreasing and became convinced it's because the criminal justice system is the wrong tool for addressing drugs. In 2017, she began hosting book discussions in her home state of Mississippi using Johann Hari's book “Chasing The Scream: The First and Last Days of the War on Drugs.” Those discussions grew to hundreds of people which led to End It For Good becoming a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in 2019. Christina invites people to explore how addressing drugs and drug use as a complex health issue could dramatically reduce crime, overdose deaths, and the destabilization of families. Christina founded End It For Good from the same passion that led her to foster care – helping children, families, and communities thrive. She isn't advocating drug use. She's advocating approaches to drugs that prioritize life and the opportunity to thrive. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

End It For Good Christina Dent pt 1 We are well aware that drug addictions are, basically, a pandemic in our society today. It is not only a problem in major metropolitan cities, but it literally crosses all social and economic boundary's. I know. I was addicted to pain killers a few back after almost 7 years of use.  My father had a drug problem. One of my brothers as well. As a police officer, I also arrested my share of people that was found to be in possession of drugs. Drugs of various kinds. I also have seen that a policy of “lock them up” does not mean they are able to get “cleaned up.” Many times, these things are still available IN the prison system. Many times, these people get released and go right back to what they've always known. The same neighborhoods and friends and environment. There has been rehabilitation offered, or at least no rehabilitation that really made a difference. My guest today in Christina Dent, the founder and president of “End It For Good,” a 501-c-3 non-profit formed in 2019.  Christina Dent is a politically conservative Christian, who supported criminalizing drugs, until she became a foster parent and saw up close the negative effects the current system was perpetuating on those who needed the most help. She researched why drug-related harm was not decreasing and she became convinced it was because the criminal justice system is simply the wrong tool to be used for addressing the drug problem. In 2017, she began hosting book discussions in her home state of Mississippi, using Johann Hari's book “Chasing The Scream: The First and Last Days of the War on Drugs.” Those discussions grew into events with hundreds of people attending, which led to “End It For Good” being formed, which is now an education and advocacy organization that provides citizens with opportunities to learn about the root causes of drug harms like crime, addiction, and overdose deaths, and consider alternatives to the punitive approach we've used for decades. Christina is a writer, TEDx speaker, and perpetual question asker. She grew up in a conservative, Christian home and earned a degree in Biblical Studies with an emphasis in Christian Ministry from Belhaven University. Help me welcome to the program, Christina Dent. Christina, thank you for taking the time to come on our program today. I do appreciate it. First question. Other than that brief information I just provided, can you tell us in your own words, “Who is Christina Dent?” Let's back up. Prior to 2014, you had a certain view of how the world worked and some preconceived ideas of what was needed to fix the drug problem in America. Can you share that Christina Dent back then, what she saw and how she viewed the role of the criminal justice system at that time? And then, in 2014, what happened to begin to change your perspective on things?" Your TEDx talk was awesome. I'll be putting a link to it down below in the show notes so our listeners can access it. You hit on some very dramatic points. I loved how you did the comparison of the war on drugs with prohibition in this nation back in the early 1900's.  Can you briefly go over that for our listeners? You discussed how people, for lack of a better term, smuggle alcohol into sporting events. I never thought of that in the terms you shared in your TEDx talk. Can you share how that analogy also relates to the drug problem we are seeing on our streets today? You also referenced what the nation of Portugal did in their “war on drugs.” But they went about winning their war in a very different way than we have in the United States – and achieved a very different outcome. Tell us about that Folks, the war on drugs was a good idea, just implemented in the wrong way. As Christina Dent has shared with us, we have fostered an environment that simply intensifies the dependency; intensifies the addictions and intensifies the mindset that it all must remain hidden. Go down into the

In 1982, the phrase "Just Say No" to drugs first emerged when Nancy Reagan was visiting Longfellow Elementary School in Oakland, California. However, is that still the answer? My guest today Christina Dent has a different message. Christina is the founder & president of "End It For Good", a nonprofit doing education and advocacy towards a health-centered approach to drugs and addiction. After several years working for a technology start-up, and a few more years at home raising her sons, Christina started to "End It For Good" after her experience as a foster mom convinced her that the criminal justice system was the wrong tool to use for drugs and addiction. Join this amazing conversation as I try on Christina's wedges.  •To learn more about Christina visit:https://www.enditforgood.com/•Remember when you walk in Other People's Shoes you get a different perspective!•Other People's Shoes would love your financial gift to help support the show click here•Have questions or want to give feedback call or text: 203-548-SHOE

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Founder and President of End It For Good Christina Dent joins this episode and talks about: Buying bikes during the pandemic and playing Ping-pong with her husband. Finding new ways to connect with people.  The new "addiction" in our society and the things we go to when we want to "check out." The society of deeply connected relationships. The core answer for addiction. The worsening crisis of addiction.  What lockdowns disrupted and the massive scale of relapse. The thing that really kills the addicted. What End It For Good does to truly help people. The drivers of Fentanyl use.  Growing up in a Conservative Christian home.  Being the last person thought to be working in addiction. Meeting Joann and her incredible impact.  Challenging her heart and mindset. Rethinking the approach to Harm reduction. Maintaining and open door and what addicted people need most. Wherever we are, we can be a helping hand. Connect with Christina on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @EndItForGood.  Watch this episode on The Intentional Encourager Podcast YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/4P-o-Jue6CI

In episode 4, Christina and Jeffrey talk about why her feelings changed on drugs and addiction, changing minds on drug policy in the deep South, growing up there, and more... Learn more: EndItForGood website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Conference: SHIFT from Drug War to Drug Health; Christina Instagram, Christina Twitter, Christina Tedx Talk; Chasing the Scream book Christina is a writer, TEDx speaker, and perpetual question asker. She grew up in a conservative, Christian home and earned a degree in Biblical Studies with an emphasis in Christian Ministry from Belhaven University. As a young adult, Christina assumed she had a solid understanding of how the world works. That changed when she and her husband became foster parents in 2014. The neat bow she had tied around her mental box of how the world works began to unravel. What had previously been a category of people in her mind, people addicted to drugs, now had a name, face, and an infant son that was sleeping in the extra bedroom down the hall. Her foster care experience gave her an up-close look at the realities of addiction, drug use, and the far-reaching impact of our drug laws. This became the catalyst for months of reading, questions, and listening as she tried to reconcile her beliefs as a Christian with the pain and suffering she was seeing first-hand. What she learned changed her mind. The laws she thought were the answer to keep people from using drugs she now saw as causing more harm than help to people made in God's image. Christina founded End It For Good out of her desire to invite others to listen to the voices directly impacted by our drug laws. Her hope is that more people will explore the root causes of drug-related harm and consider a different approach. She is currently writing a book on the research and experiences that changed her mind about the best path forward to help people thrive, even in a world where harmful drugs exist. Christina is married to her college sweetheart, Thomas, and they live in Ridgeland, MS with their three sons. On the weekends you can find her biking, in a hammock reading a biography, or playing board games with the family.

Trump supporters say he has one "issue" wrong. But it's a biggie! Christina Dent with End It For Good is in studio to discuss the costs associated with the current drug war in Mississippi and how the approach should be changed.

How we can help those struggling with drug addictions end the cycle of trauma for good? Christina Dent is the Founder and President of End It For Good, a nonprofit advocating a health-centered approach to drugs and addiction rather than a criminal justice approach. Christina lives in Mississippi and changed her own mind about the best way to handle drugs after she became a foster parent. She's an unlikely advocate for changing our drug laws, as a conservative Christian with a degree in the Bible, who's never used an illegal drug. But she's convinced that changing our approach to drugs can save lives, strengthen families, and make our communities safer. She founded End It For Good several years ago to provide education and an invitation for more people to change their minds too. Listen as we explore the cause and long term effect of criminalizing drug addiction along with solutions to help people struggling with drug addiction get the help they need in a proactive and compassionate way. What We Discuss with Christina Dent in This Episode What lead a conservative Christian to become an advocate for people with drug addiction The criminalization of drug addiction The root cause of the overdose crisis How our current approach to drug addiction is impacting families How Portugal cut their injection drug use in half and created one-third less addiction The benefits of different regulatory models Legalizing marijuana and other drugs How End It For Good educates and advocates for people with drug addiction How to learn more so you can make an informed decision Episode Show Notes: https://tinyurl.com/463ppr2a 

Joining us today is Christina Dent, Founder and President of End It For Good, a conservative nonprofit advocating a health-centered approach to drugs rather than a criminal justice approach. Christina lives in Mississippi and changed her own mind about how to best handle drugs after she became a foster parent. Listen to her story as told to Doctor Joey!

Last week, Texas passed a law effectively banning abortion after the sixth week of pregnancy, and the Supreme Court did not immediately strike it down. Both pro-life and pro-choice advocates have erupted in response. But what does the law really mean? Phil, Skye, and Kaitlyn get into the weeds and explain why the Texas law isn't the victory many assume. Then, Christina Dent shares about her unexpected journey from a conservative, Southern, Bible school graduate, to drug legalization advocate. She tells Skye about the unexpected casualties caused by America's war on drugs, and what a more Christian response to the crisis could look like. Plus, China bans kids from playing video games. Is it a smart policy we should copy, or proof that communism is evil? News Segment: News of the Butt - Doctors find ladybug living inside man's colon [4:05] https://www.odditycentral.com/news/doctors-find-ladybug-living-inside-mans-colon.html China bans kids from playing video games during the week [9:51] https://www.cnn.com/2021/08/31/tech/china-ban-video-games-minor-intl-hnk/index.html Recent abortion law in Texas - overview & discussion [19:52] https://frenchpress.thedispatch.com/p/texas-abortion-case-scotus https://www.wsj.com/articles/texas-abortion-law-blunder-supreme-court-samuel-alito-john-roberts-whole-womans-health-11630619631 https://religionnews.com/2021/06/30/common-ground-on-abortion-is-staring-us-right-in-the-face/ Interview with Christina Dent: End It For Good: https://www.enditforgood.com Christina Dent's TEDx talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/christina_dent_end_the_war_on_drugs_for_good Holy Post Episode 433 with Bonnie Kristian: https://www.holypost.com/post/episode-433-ending-the-war-on-drugs-with-bonnie-kristian Interview Start [52:52] Christina's story [53:43] It's not about the drugs [57:40] Childhood risk factors for drug use [1:00:52] Would legalizing drugs solve any problems? [1:03:41] The question of demand [1:09:48] Why legalize all substances? [1:21:10] Common objections to policy changes [1:27:11]

Christina Dent is a writer, TEDx speaker, and perpetual question asker. She grew up in a conservative, Christian home and earned a degree in Biblical Studies with an emphasis in Christian Ministry from Belhaven University.    As a young adult, Christina assumed she had a solid understanding of how the world works. That changed when she and her husband became foster parents in 2014 and she got an up-close look at the realities of addiction, drug use, and the far-reaching negative impact of our drug laws.      Christina founded End It For Good out of her desire to invite others to listen to the voices of those impacted by our drug laws and consider a different way. She is currently writing a book on the research and experiences that changed her mind about the best path forward to reduce harm from drugs.    Christina is married to her college sweetheart, Thomas, and they live in Ridgeland, MS, with their three sons. On the weekends you can find her biking, in a hammock reading a biography, or hosting friends for dinner.     I'm on Facebook, IG, and Twitter @ChristinaBDent   www.EndItForGood.com   End It For Good is on Facebook, IG, and Twitter at @EndItForGoodMS

Christina Dent is a politically conservative Christian, born and raised in Mississippi, who supported criminalizing drugs until she became a foster parent and saw the negative effects up close. She went on a journey to learn why drug-related harm wasn't decreasing and became convinced it's because the criminal justice system is the wrong tool for addressing drugs. In 2017, she began hosting book discussions in her home state of Mississippi using Johann Hari's book "Chasing The Scream: The First and Last Days of the War on Drugs." Those discussions grew to hundreds of people, which led to End It For Good becoming a nonprofit in 2019. Christina invites people to explore how addressing drugs and drug use as a complex health issue could dramatically reduce crime, overdose deaths, and the destabilization of families. Christina founded End It For Good from the same passion that led her to foster care – helping children, families, and communities thrive. She isn't advocating drug use. She's advocating approaches to drugs that prioritize life and the opportunity to thrive. Today, we're chatting about...  What inspired Christina to do this work Drug use in prison Christina's thoughts on using the criminal justice system to address drugs The causes and effects of drug harm How we have forced drugs underground by criminalizing it What happens when you criminalize a substance Why we should stop looking for the perfect solution to reducing harm The reason so many people are dying from fentanyl What our number one goal should be Why alcohol is no better than any other illegal substance Why you don't have to change political parties or leave your face to support the decriminalizing of drugs ____________________________ ALL THE GOODIES FROM THIS EPISODE: >>> SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A REVIEW TO THE COURAGEOUSLY.U PODCAST 

Christina Dent joins me on The Puddcast this week to talk about the war on drugs. Christina is the Founder and President of End It For Good, a nonprofit advocating a health-centred approach to drugs rather than a criminal justice one. Living in Mississippi, Christina changed her own mind about how best to approach drug laws after she became a foster parent and saw the negative effects of our current approach up close. She shared powerfully with me about the real choices before us as people who claim to care about humans made in the image of God. Get ready to be challenged!Learn more about Christina's organization at enditforgood.comWatch Christina's TEDx talk on ending the war on drugsFollow End it For Good on InstagramFollow Christina on TwitterOrder Johann Hari's book, Chasing the Scream: The First and Last Days of the War on DrugsFor drug recovery and addiction services, in Canada and the United States, there is help!Support the show and my other work, at jonathanpuddle.com/supportOrder my trauma-informed 30-day devotional, You Are Enough: Learning to Love Yourself the Way God Loves You.Find every book or resource I've talked about recently on my Amazon storefront, in Canada, the United States or the United Kingdom.

Christina Dent, Founder and President of End It For Good, a conservative nonprofit advocating a health-centered approach to drugs rather than a criminal justice approach. Christina lives in Mississippi and changed her own mind about how to best handle drugs after she became a foster parent. She started End It For Good several years ago to invite others to learn and consider changing their minds too so we can save lives, preserve families, and strengthen communities. Today, Christina shares how she survived a literal train wreck, the loving mom who challenged her views of drug addiction, and starting End It For Good to educate others on the issue. Christina's story reminds us that the grace of God heals our deepest needs. Listen to Christina's story now! Stories Christina shared: Leading End it For Good Growing up in a Christian home in Mississippi Giving her life to Christ at a Christian camp at 9 Family devotions and how that influenced her Experiencing a train wreck in Chicago Her parent's cancer diagnosis How the suffering shaped her Meeting a mother and child through foster care The problems with our cultural narrative about drugs Why it's easier to “otherize” people Researching to find a better way to handle drugs The three ways that prohibition of drugs harms people Understanding the reasons why people use drugs What your church can do to help Great quotes from Christina: I want my life to matter. If it's short or if it's long, I want to be faithful. Her struggle with addiction is not a lack of love for her son. This is not a criminal issue. What a tragedy it would be to take this son from a mother who dearly loves him. We're using trauma to fix a problem made worse fundamentally by trauma. The criminal justice system is not the right tool for a complex medical crisis like drug addiction. Resources we mentioned: End It For Good 2 Minutes Chasing the Scream (The Opposite of Addiction is Connection) by Johann Hari Related episodes: Shari Malott and Fighting for Hope Rob Decker Discovers God's Tenderness for Him Craig Greenfield and Good News for the Poor The post Christina Dent and Compassion for Others appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/385855-christina-dent-fight-drugs.html "I thought a mom who used drugs when she was pregnant must not love her child," says Christina Dent, "[but then] I saw this mother who loved her son just as much as I loved my three sons, this fierce love, this desperate desire to do the right thing."   ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685?mt=2 ► Listen on GooglePlay: https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/Iycvfoqhkk6saen2hsbjw6yuz24 Connect with ChurchLeaders Online! ChurchLeaders brings you the latest headlines and expert tips on faith, ministry and leading the church. Subscribe to our channel for exclusive content. Visit the ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/

The hosts talk to Christina about her non-profit End it For Good, growing up in the PCA (!!) and.... sports.

Founder of End It For Good, Christina Dent joins us to discuss the challenge of implementing harm reduction strategies in conservative places. She is well known for her TedX Talk in Jackson, Mississippi and other appearances in the drug policy reform movement. Learn more about her work at www.enditforgood.com. Support this podcast and harm reduction in South Carolina at www.challengesinc.org

The case against the drug war is pretty strong for libertarians, but many conservatives are just waking up to the harm drug prohibition and criminalization have brought onto millions of lives. Christina Dent joins us to share her story from being a Christian political conservative against drug legalization to a Christian political conservative in favor of drug legalization. Her organization, End It For Good, is an education and advocacy organization working to end our criminal approach to drugs and shift to a health-centered one. Audio Production by Podsworth Media.

Plugged In's Adam Holz reviews the new faith-based movie Overcomer, plus talks about how youth suicide is often fueled by media. Christina Dent of End It For Good talks about the war on drugs and offers a perspective that the overcriminalization of drug use hinders recovery for addicts.

Plugged In's Adam Holz reviews the new faith-based movie Overcomer, plus talks about how youth suicide is often fueled by media. Christina Dent of End It For Good talks about the war on drugs and offers a perspective that the overcriminalization of drug use hinders recovery for addicts.