In this episode of Facilitating Change, Mentor Dida sits down with Maria Galaykova, a learning experience designer who is passionate about creating transformative experiences through human-centered design and constructivist psychology. Maria discusses her journey from a certification manager and workplace consultant to discovering the missing link between change and learning, which led her to the field of learning experience design. Together, they explore how people construct meaning from their experiences, the role of vulnerability in learning, and the importance of balancing stress and comfort zones for transformative growth. Maria also shares insights on how facilitators can create spaces that encourage meaningful change by designing for both safety and exploration.

Learn more about Maria’s work by visiting her Medium blog and checking out the article she referenced on "Bildung" here.

Maria on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-galaykova/