Life, Death & The Space Between with Dr. Amy Robbins

Transforming the 9/11 Tragedy into Life | David Ferrugio

September 14, 2026·52 min
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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 Generation01:31 Introducing David Ferrugio and His Story03:27 Sponsor: Spiritually Informed Therapy04:36 The 12-Year-Old Boy Who Lost His Father07:38 A Grief Shared with the Whole World11:19 The "Death" of the Person You Were15:32 The Illusion of Control After 9/1120:32 Choosing Gratitude Over Fear26:39 How His Family Grieved Differently31:36 A Wink from Dad at the 9/11 Memorial35:43 The Man Screaming "I Love You, David"40:20 The Follow-Up Sign on the TV44:17 Mental Health and Spiritual Sensitivity47:35 The Most Profound Lesson: Self-Grace51:12 Introducing David’s Book and PodcastLEARN MORE ABOUT DAVID FERRUGIOhttps://www.deadtalks.net/Subscribe to my Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/dramyrobbinsJOIN MY COMMUNITY In The Space Between membership, you’ll get access to LIVE quarterly Ask Amy Anything meetings (not offered anywhere else!), discounts on courses, special giveaways, and a place to connect with Amy and other like-minded people. You’ll also get exclusive access to other behind-the-scenes goodness when you join!Click here to find out more --> https://shorturl.at/vVrwRStay Connected:Instagram - https://tinyurl.com/ysvafdwcFacebook - https://tinyurl.com/yc3z48v9YouTube - https://tinyurl.com/ywdsc9vtWebsite - https://tinyurl.com/ydj949kt Life, Death & the Space Between Dr. Amy RobbinsExploring life, death, consciousness and what it all means. Put your preconceived notions aside as we explore life, death, consciousness and what it all means on Life, Death & the Space Between.**Brought to you by:Dr. Amy Robbins | Host, Executive ProducerPodcastize.net | Audio & Video ProductionLife, Death, and the Space Between (the "Podcast") is produced and hosted by Dr. Amy Robbins and is made available for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing stated on the Podcast by Dr. Robbins or any guest constitutes psychotherapy, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and listening to the Podcast does not create a psychologist-patient or therapist-client relationship with Dr. Robbins.The views, opinions, statements, and experiences expressed by guests are solely those of the guests. They do not necessarily reflect the views of Dr. Robbins or Spiritually Integrated Living, LLC, and their inclusion on the Podcast does not constitute an endorsement, a professional recommendation, or a verification of accuracy. Topics discussed on the Podcast may include grief, death, loss, and other sensitive subjects; listener discretion is advised.The Podcast may from time to time include sponsor messages, advertisements, or affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service through an affiliate link, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. We only accept sponsorships and affiliations we believe are relevant to our audience, but we are not responsible for third-party products or services, and any transaction is solely between you and

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