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March 8, 2026

Realizing I Knew Nothing About US College Applications #shorts

Realizing I Knew Nothing About US College Applications #shorts

Cristian Cibils Bernardes shares his eye-opening moment in senior year: realizing he was unprepared for US college applications. A lesson in hedging bets for ambitious goals, inspired by the Silicon Valley boom. #CollegeAdmissions #USUniversities #SiliconValley #CristianCibilsBernardes #InternationalStudents

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March 7, 2026

Re-evaluating Legacy and Impact #shorts

Re-evaluating Legacy and Impact #shorts

Cristian Cibils Bernardes shares how he shifted focus from just coding to developing interpersonal skills and thinking like an economist, seeking broader world impact. During the pandemic, he chose to prioritize time with loved ones, moving to Chicago to work remotely and support his parents' business pivot. #Legacy #PersonalGrowth #CareerShift…

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March 7, 2026

Cristian grew up in Paraguay, studied at Stanford, worked at Google, and then walked away from all o

Cristian grew up in Paraguay, studied at Stanford, worked at Google, and then walked away from all o

Cristian grew up in Paraguay, studied at Stanford, worked at Google, and then walked away from all of it to sit with a blank whiteboard and figure out what he was actually supposed to build. The answer turned out to be something personal. Something that started with grief and ended…

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March 7, 2026

How Symbolic Systems Changed My Life #shorts

How Symbolic Systems Changed My Life #shorts

Cristian Cibils Bernardes found his path through Symbolic Systems, swapping chemistry for philosophy, psychology, and linguistics. It's a major that explores technology's societal impact—the 'why,' not just the 'how.' Discover how these systems shape economies and mental health. #SymbolicSystems #LifeChangingMajor #TechImpact #InterdisciplinaryStudies #PersonalGrowth

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March 6, 2026

Paraguay: Life in a Tranquil Shire #shorts

Paraguay: Life in a Tranquil Shire #shorts

Imagine a place where generations live side-by-side, celebrating life's milestones together. Paraguay offers a tranquil, idyllic escape, grounded in deep family bonds and constant community events. #ParaguayLife #TranquilLiving #FamilyTraditions #CommunityEvents #CulturalInsight

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March 6, 2026

Think Like a Programmer: Solve Any Problem #shorts

Think Like a Programmer: Solve Any Problem #shorts

Cristian Cibils Bernardes shares how thinking like a programmer—breaking down big problems into smaller, solvable parts—can unlock your ability to achieve anything. Master the art of tackling repeat sub-problems with discipline. #ProblemSolving #ProgrammingMindset #LifeSkills #PersonalGrowth #TheLifeShiftPodcast

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March 5, 2026

Cristian Cibils Bernardes: A New Way to Share Your Life Story #shorts

Cristian Cibils Bernardes: A New Way to Share Your Life Story #shorts

Autograph.ai makes sharing your life story as easy as a podcast. Cristian Cibils Bernardes created a tool to help you avoid the blank page and preserve memories. Imagine talking to the past, honoring hidden heroism, and making history through small acts of kindness. #LifeStory #Autobiography #MemoryKeeping #PersonalHistory #Inspiration

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March 5, 2026

What Legacy Will You Leave Behind? #shorts

What Legacy Will You Leave Behind? #shorts

Consider the impact you want your life to have. You might be surprised by the people and moments that truly shaped you, like a teacher who ignited a lifelong love of reading. Ensure your legacy is remembered. #Legacy #LifeLessons #Impact #Gratitude #Reflection

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March 4, 2026

Writing Your Own Life Story: A Transformational Journey #shorts

Writing Your Own Life Story: A Transformational Journey #shorts

Cristian Cibils Bernardes shares how committing to writing his own story became the most transformational experience. Discover the power of accepting you are the main character and the author of your life. #LifeTransformation #PersonalGrowth #AuthorYourLife #SelfDiscovery #CristianCibilsBernardes #TheLifeShiftPodcast

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March 4, 2026

When Your Tribe Guides Your Decisions #shorts

When Your Tribe Guides Your Decisions #shorts

Your 'tribe' shows up when you face tough choices. They share their 'what ifs'—both mistakes and missed opportunities—offering invaluable, biology-driven guidance. This is true support. #CommunitySupport #LifeDecisions #PersonalGrowth #TribalWisdom #MistakesAndLearning

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March 3, 2026

An MI6 Agent's Wife and Daughters Survive Dictatorship #shorts

An MI6 Agent's Wife and Daughters Survive Dictatorship #shorts

Imagine an MI6 agent's family, fleeing war, landing in 1950s Paraguay. Facing a machismo dictatorship, they built a life against all odds. A story of resilience and making it work. #FamilyHistory #IncredibleStories #Resilience #Paraguay #WWII

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March 3, 2026

The Cost of Waiting to Ask the Important Questions

The Cost of Waiting to Ask the Important Questions

Christian shares how grief and a deep love for real stories led him to create a way for people to capture their life's narratives. This conversation highlights the importance of preserving human stories before they fade and how emotional storytelling can help us become authors of our own lives. It's…

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March 3, 2026

Talk to the Past with AI #shorts

Talk to the Past with AI #shorts

Imagine creating an AI model that sounds, speaks, and remembers like a loved one. Cristian Cibils Bernardes explores a future where we can connect with the past firsthand, bypassing distorted family stories. Discover what you might not know about yourself. #AI #DigitalLegacy #FamilyHistory #FutureTech #PersonalGrowth

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March 3, 2026

Unsaid: The Stories That Disappear Before We Think to Ask

Unsaid: The Stories That Disappear Before We Think to Ask

There is someone in your life whose story you have not asked about yet. Maybe you keep meaning to. Maybe you figure there is time. This episode is a quiet reminder that time is the one thing none of us actually have on hold. Cristian grew up in Paraguay, surrounded…

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March 2, 2026

A Life Changed by Cancer Diagnosis #shorts

A Life Changed by Cancer Diagnosis #shorts

In September 2020, a pancreatic cancer diagnosis changed everything. Just five months later, Kathleen A. Quinn's husband passed away. The diagnosis came unexpectedly after a beautiful evening at a winery fundraiser. Subscribe to The Life Shift Podcast on your favorite podcast app or visit www.thelifeshiftpodcast.com #PancreaticCancer #GriefJourney #LifeAfterLoss #KathleenAQuinn #TheLifeShiftPodcast

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March 1, 2026

Most of us have someone whose story we have not asked about yet. A parent. A grandparent. Someone wh

Most of us have someone whose story we have not asked about yet. A parent. A grandparent. Someone wh

Most of us have someone whose story we have not asked about yet. A parent. A grandparent. Someone who lived a life so full it would take years to unpack. And we keep meaning to get to it. This episode is not here to make you feel guilty about that.…

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March 1, 2026

Finding Laughter After Heartbreak #shorts

Finding Laughter After Heartbreak #shorts

When disappointment strikes, even the darkest moments can lead to a breakthrough. Kathleen A. Quinn shares a relatable moment about finding the strength to laugh again, even when life doesn't go as planned. It's okay to fall apart, but remember the resilience within. Subscribe to The Life Shift Podcast on…

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Feb. 28, 2026

Seeing the Person, Not the Disease #shorts

Seeing the Person, Not the Disease #shorts

Kathleen A. Quinn shares her approach to caregiving: always seeing the patient as a whole person, not just a diagnosis. Effective communication was key, even as her loved one grew quieter. The takeaway? Focus on connection, not just condition. Subscribe to The Life Shift Podcast on your favorite podcast app…

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Feb. 27, 2026

Finding Strength After Loss: A Grief Journey #shorts

Finding Strength After Loss: A Grief Journey #shorts

Kathleen A. Quinn shares her path after loss, moving home and finding a new purpose as a grief educator. Discover how embracing grief fully allows you to live fully. Subscribe to The Life Shift Podcast on your favorite podcast app or visit www.thelifeshiftpodcast.com #GriefJourney #LossAndGrief #Healing #NewBeginnings #Resilience

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Feb. 26, 2026

Kathleen's Last Call with Her Mom #shorts

Kathleen's Last Call with Her Mom #shorts

The profound impact of final words. Kathleen shares the heartbreaking story of her last conversation with her mom, a moment overshadowed by a misunderstanding, just days before a sudden loss. Subscribe to The Life Shift Podcast on your favorite podcast app or visit www.thelifeshiftpodcast.com #GriefJourney #FamilyLoss #LastWords #Heartbreak #LifeLessons

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Feb. 26, 2026

A Week That Changed Everything #shorts

A Week That Changed Everything #shorts

Kathleen A. Quinn shares a poignant moment about the final days with her loved one. A testament to cherishing every second and the comfort of hospice care. This experience shaped her perspective profoundly. Subscribe to The Life Shift Podcast on your favorite podcast app or visit www.thelifeshiftpodcast.com #GriefJourney #CherishMoments #HospiceCare…

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Feb. 25, 2026

Finding Peace in Difficult Times #shorts

Finding Peace in Difficult Times #shorts

Kathleen A. Quinn shares a poignant moment of connection and acceptance during a challenging time. Choosing to live each day fully, cherishing simple moments like listening to a cello and holding a loved one close. Subscribe to The Life Shift Podcast on your favorite podcast app or visit www.thelifeshiftpodcast.com #GriefSupport…

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Feb. 25, 2026

A Powerful Request on Staying Open to Life #shorts

A Powerful Request on Staying Open to Life #shorts

Kathleen A. Quinn shares a profound request made to her: to always struggle to stay open to life. A touching moment about love, memory, and enduring connection. Subscribe to The Life Shift Podcast on your favorite podcast app or visit www.thelifeshiftpodcast.com #LifeLessons #Openness #Love #Grief #Inspiration

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Feb. 24, 2026

A Community Tradition for Grief #shorts

A Community Tradition for Grief #shorts

A powerful tradition emerged in Chicago: people screaming off a bridge to express unhappiness. Kathleen A. Quinn suggests this cathartic release could be a meaningful way to process grief. Imagine a community tradition for healing. Subscribe to The Life Shift Podcast on your favorite podcast app or visit www.thelifeshiftpodcast.com #GriefSupport…

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