Episode 2

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10th Apr 2026

From Breaking Point to Purpose with Quintina Waller

Episode Summary

What would you do if one moment pushed you to the edge—and then changed the entire direction of your life?

In this powerful episode of DunnWise Perspectives, Doris Dunn sits down with Quintina Waller, founder of Hope Station, to share a story of resilience, faith, and purpose that began in one of the darkest moments of her life.

After being denied basic assistance while caring for her newborn, Quintina found herself facing overwhelming emotional and financial stress—along with thoughts she had never experienced before. But in that moment, everything shifted. What followed was not just survival, but the creation of something that has now helped thousands of women in Middle Tennessee.

Quintina shares how Hope Station was born, how she turned personal hardship into a mission, and what it really takes to keep going when the path is uncertain.

In This Episode

  • The moment that sparked Hope Station
  • Living in the “gap” between income and stability
  • Mindset, faith, and moving forward
  • The importance of focus and storytelling
  • Asking for help without shame

Key Takeaway

You are not the only one going through what you're facing—and the very thing you're struggling with may be the thing you're meant to solve.

About Quintina Waller

Quintina Waller is the Founder and Executive Director of Hope Station, a nonprofit serving Rutherford and Davidson counties. Hope Station provides rent, utility, and mortgage assistance to single working mothers who fall into the gap—earning too much for government support, yet still struggling to make ends meet.

Since its founding, Hope Station has helped thousands of women maintain stable housing and navigate life’s unexpected challenges.

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About the Podcast

DunnWise Perspectives
A podcast about resilience, mindset, and the stories that shape who we become. Hosted by Doris Dunn, DunnWise Perspectives shares real conversations with people who have faced challenges, found their turning point, and discovered a way forward.

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Doris Dunn

Doris Dunn is a business coach, speaker, and founder of DunnWise Consulting. With more than 30 years of experience in the insurance industry, she has built a career focused on learning and development, employee engagement, and helping individuals and teams reach their full potential.

Through her work, Doris helps business owners and leaders turn their ideas into clear strategies, guiding them from vision to action with a focus on mindset, accountability, and long-term success.

Doris is passionate about the role mindset plays in both personal and professional growth. Her own journey—marked by loss, resilience, and difficult life decisions—has shaped her perspective and deepened her commitment to helping others navigate challenges and move forward with confidence.

She is the host of DunnWise Perspectives, a podcast dedicated to sharing real stories of resilience, shifting mindsets, and the moments that shape who we become.