How One Mom Doubled Her Time with Her Kids and Her Income by Redefining Success with Melissa Hampton

What happens when the hustle grinds to a halt—and you’re forced to reevaluate everything?

In this powerful and deeply personal episode, I sit down with Melissa Hampton, a certified financial advisor, single mom of two, and the founder of Hampton Wealth Management. Melissa isn’t just a savvy businesswoman—she’s a survivor, a truth-teller, and someone who’s had her life turned completely upside down…and lived to tell the story with more purpose than ever before.

In 2022, Melissa’s 7-year-old son fell critically ill, and what started as a tummy ache quickly turned into a nightmare. Four months in the ICU, no medical answers, and a moment where she was told to say goodbye. But she didn’t. Instead, she surrendered—fully, painfully, and faithfully. That moment shifted everything.

We talk about:

• What it really means to live with intention (and how Melissa doubled her time with her kids and her income)
  
  
• Forgiving the seemingly unforgivable—including exes, and even ourselves
  
  
• Why success isn’t about the hustle, but about having the freedom to show up for what matters most
  
  
• The question Melissa poses that just might change your life: What would quality over quantity look like in your world?
  
  

This episode is equal parts heart-wrenching and hope-filled. Whether you’re in a season of survival or seeking a slower, more intentional pace of life, Melissa’s story will speak to your soul. It’s a beautiful reminder that even in our darkest valleys, there’s light ahead—and we get to choose how we walk toward it.

Don’t forget to check out the show notes page for resources and links mentioned in today’s episode!  And leave me a comment while your over there! I’d love hearing from you! TanyaValentineCoaching.com/post/_ep83

Info About Guest:

Melissa Hampton

Website: www.hamptonwm.com

Facebook: Hampton Wealth Management