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EPISODE · Oct 25, 2025 · 39 MIN

Episode 63 | Teaching, Parenting & Beating Burnout with Erin Shook

from Lead with HOPE · host Dr. Brandi Kelly

In this episode of Lead with H.O.P.E., Brandi sits down with Erin Shook, a passionate high school teacher and mom of four, who is redefining what it means to thrive as both an educator and a parent. With more than 17 years in the classroom, Erin brings a wealth of experience in building supportive, balanced environments where students learn not just academics, but also essential life skills like resilience, time management, and emotional well-being.Together, Brandi and Erin explore:The unique challenges and joys of balancing motherhood and teaching.Daily habits that help educators stay grounded, optimistic, and resilient.How SEL (Social-Emotional Learning) is transforming classrooms.Erin’s exciting new project designed to help educator moms break free from the burnout cycle.What gives Erin hope right now and inspires her to keep going.Whether you’re a teacher, a parent, or simply navigating the balancing act of life and leadership, this episode offers encouragement, strategies, and a reminder that you’re not alone in the journey. Erin's Contact Information:📧 Email: [email protected]💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/erin-shook-69bbb0b5📸 Instagram: @teachwell.bewellBrandi's Contact Information:🌐 Website: sparkhopeedu.com📧 Email: [email protected]🐦 X/Twitter: @jbmrkelly📸 Instagram: @leadwithhope.23💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/brandi-kelly-ed-d-lcsw📘 Facebook: facebook.com/LTW24▶️ YouTube: @sparkhopeedu🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe and click the bell so you’ll be notified when new Lead with H.O.P.E. episodes drop on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform!

In this episode of Lead with H.O.P.E., Brandi sits down with Erin Shook, a passionate high school teacher and mom of four, who is redefining what it means to thrive as both an educator and a parent. With more than 17 years in the classroom, Erin brings a wealth of experience in building supportive, balanced environments where students learn not just academics, but also essential life skills like resilience, time management, and emotional well-being.Together, Brandi and Erin explore:The unique challenges and joys of balancing motherhood and teaching.Daily habits that help educators stay grounded, optimistic, and resilient.How SEL (Social-Emotional Learning) is transforming classrooms.Erin’s exciting new project designed to help educator moms break free from the burnout cycle.What gives Erin hope right now and inspires her to keep going.Whether you’re a teacher, a parent, or simply navigating the balancing act of life and leadership, this episode offers encouragement, strategies, and a reminder that you’re not alone in the journey. Erin's Contact Information:📧 Email: [email protected]💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/erin-shook-69bbb0b5📸 Instagram: @teachwell.bewellBrandi's Contact Information:🌐 Website: sparkhopeedu.com📧 Email: [email protected]🐦 X/Twitter: @jbmrkelly📸 Instagram: @leadwithhope.23💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/brandi-kelly-ed-d-lcsw📘 Facebook: facebook.com/LTW24▶️ YouTube: @sparkhopeedu🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe and click the bell so you’ll be notified when new Lead with H.O.P.E. episodes drop on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform!

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In this episode of Lead with H.O.P.E., Brandi sits down with Erin Shook, a passionate high school teacher and mom of four, who is redefining what it means to thrive as both an educator and a parent. With more than 17 years in the classroom, Erin...

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