End It For Good Christina Dent & Mike Madison
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- Cultura e società
Could we cut all crime in half and significantly reduce drug addiction and its harms? We think so. From committed War On Drugs supporters to advocates for a legal, regulated drug market, Christina & Mike explore what changed their minds and invite you to consider changing yours.
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Ep. 65 - How to share your story with no regrets - Meghann Perry
Have you ever wanted to share your story of triumph over hardship, but were worried about regretting it later? If so, you need to tune into this insightful episode with guest Meghann Perry.
Meghann shares her recovery story, and talks about her work helping people share their own stories in a healthy and effective way. Christina and Meghann also emphasize the importance of treating your story with compassion and respect.
You can learn more about Meghann's team and their work at www.meghannperry.com -
Ep. 64 - A Mother's Journey - Christi Berrong-Barber
Join us for Episode 64, as Christina chats with Christi Berrong-Barber about her journey with her son, who has struggled with an addiction to drugs for many years. Christi opens up about how she has been able to maintain a relationship with her son through the chaos of addiction, and shares many insightful and encouraging words for those who may be in a similar position. Christi also talks about the work that she does with The Molly Angel Project, which she founded to help make sure that people have access to the life-saving drug Narcan, wound care training, and other resources that can help reduce harm and prevent death from overdose.
You can learn more about The Molly Angel Project on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMollyAngelProject/
More of Christi's story is included in Christina's new book, Curious, which can be purchased here: https://enditforgood.com/curious/ -
Ep. 63 - Joanne, In Her Own Words - Joanne Shedd
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.
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Ep. 62 - How to be a difference-maker in a hurting world - George Wood
In this episode, Christina is joined by George Wood, founder of The Timothy Initiative and author of The Uncovery. George’s story is that of a life radically changed by Jesus, and he is dedicated to changing the way the world views recovery. Christina and George discuss what we have misunderstood about addiction and recovery, the importance of authentic connection with others during recovery, and many other topics.
You can get George's latest book, The Uncovery Devotional, on Amazon at https://a.co/d/86xamiH. -
Ep. 61 - How To Build a Personal Recovery Plan - Judge Mary Beth O’Connor
Retired Judge Mary Beth O'Conner and Christina talk about her remarkable journey From Junkie to Judge, as told in her memoir. There are many paths to recovery, and Mary Beth and Christina discuss the importance of seeing people in recovery as individuals, and allowing them to create their own recovery plan. Philosophy and meeting format vary greatly between recovery programs, and there is no one path that will work for everyone.
You can find Mary Beth's book, From Junkie to Judge on Amazon at: https://a.co/d/9fB7W2n
And you can get Christina's new book Curious here: https://a.co/d/7nCoT2j -
Ep. 60 - An Unlikely Advocate for Multiple Pathways to Recovery - Jeffery Harvey
Christina talks with Jeffery Harvey, the Clinic Director at Jackson Comprehensive Treatment Center. Jeffery grew up in a religious household but developed a substance use disorder after suffering abuse as a child. Although today Jeffery works to provide as many pathways to recovery as possible for those struggling with addiction, he didn't always support this approach. Jeffery shares his own story, and he and Christina discuss the benefits of pathways outside the traditional model for recovery, the importance of choice in recovery plans, the negative effects of societal stigma, and more.
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