From Football to Meditation Entrepreneur: The Transformative Journey of Ascend Meditations App

Facing a challenging transition from high school football star to Wake Forest athlete, Hampton found himself battling anxiety and feeling lost. Guided by his spiritually inclined mother, he reluctantly embraced meditation, which became a transformative tool in reclaiming his identity and breaking free from negative thought patterns. Alongside Walker, Hampton shares the story of launching Ascend Meditations, a platform that empowers individuals to overcome personal hurdles through tailored meditation experiences.

Ascend Meditations is not your average meditation app. Unlike traditional platforms that focus broadly on anxiety or depression, Ascend personalizes meditation plans to help users tackle specific scenarios—whether it's gearing up for a job interview or staying focused during athletic events. Drawing on their backgrounds in ACC football, Hampton and Walker discuss how the discipline and consistency honed in sports have been instrumental in driving Ascend’s success, with options for faith-based content adding to its diverse offerings.