Kate McCauley

Educator, therapist, and community advocate Kate McCauley and the host discuss the importance of humble inquiry and shared power in building strong relationships, applying it to parenting and other family dynamics. They explore the power dynamics in parenting and emphasize the role of curiosity in shifting them. They also discuss the connection between humble inquiry, parenting, and anti-racism, highlighting the need for difficult conversations and taking action against racism. They also explore how curiosity can strengthen relationships with children, emphasizing vulnerability and honesty. The speaker reflects on parenting and child rearing, sharing timeless dynamics in relationships and the importance of parents helping children transition into adulthood.

In this insightful conversation, psychotherapist Kate McCauley, founder of the Center for Parents and Teens, and Michael Swisher, asset liaison for Arlington Partnership for Children, Youth, and Families, emphasize the joy and importance of curiosity during adolescence. They discuss strategies for fostering curiosity in youth, the interplay between identity and independence, and how effective communication can enhance connection. Their perspectives provide valuable insights into nurturing the critical developmental stage of adolescence.