Transforming the 9/11 Tragedy into Life | David Ferrugio

What happens when a personal tragedy becomes a global one? In this episode, I’m joined again by my friend David Ferrugio, and he shares how losing his father on 9/11 at just 12 years old shattered his world and forced a profound rebirth. We explore the illusion of control, how family members grieve on different paths, and the profound, sometimes loud, signs from his dad that confirmed we are never truly gone. David’s new book, You’re Not Dead Yet, is a masterclass in transforming grief into a life fully lived, and our conversation is a powerful reminder that while loss changes us, it doesn't have to end our story.

00:00 The Day That Defined a Generation

01:31 Introducing David Ferrugio and His Story

03:27 Sponsor: Spiritually Informed Therapy

04:36 The 12-Year-Old Boy Who Lost His Father

07:38 A Grief Shared with the Whole World

11:19 The "Death" of the Person You Were

15:32 The Illusion of Control After 9/11

20:32 Choosing Gratitude Over Fear

26:39 How His Family Grieved Differently

31:36 A Wink from Dad at the 9/11 Memorial

35:43 The Man Screaming "I Love You, David"