For a father, managing not to fuel a feeling of hatred towards the murderer of a daughter may not be easy and immediate. Gino Cecchettin, however, told Che tempo che fa that he succeeded. One year after the killing of Giulia, the biomedical engineering student from Vigonovo killed by her ex-boyfriend Filippo Turetta, the man has chosen to remember her by launching the creation of a foundation in her name. “I have learned to focus on the positive. As I always do, I take a photo of Giulia. I look at it and there is nothing negative that appears in my life. I focus on the beautiful. And I was able to listen to the words of Philip without feeling hatred or anger”, he confessed.
This is an exercise that Gino Cecchettin tried to do for a good twelve months. “I realized how important it is to create value. But I also realized that there was something negative going on around me. And it’s human, it’s understandable. All these feelings are then fed into their own ecosystem. That’s what it seemed like to me. to see as if we lived in an atmosphere where we as individuals are individuals who can produce oxygen or carbon dioxide. Oxygen is a positive feeling, carbon dioxide is something negative. Because then we bring it home, we bring it in relationships with our loved ones. So when we receive any negative element, from everything that happens around us, it is up to us how we react”, he said in the Nine study.
If the reaction is positive, he continued, “we bring home to our children, to our loved ones a feeling of love by creating value in the system. Conversely, if we reacted by being overwhelmed by the negative feeling, all this would not be of any benefit, in fact the opposite would happen”. I, Gino Cecchettin reiterated, “I managed not to hate, I don’t know how I did it, however, I think the secret is focusing on our loved ones who give us love and give us beauty. It’s the way I used and which I recommend. to do to everyone. We are parents forever. Until the end of our days. So, I will always be Giulia’s dad.”
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**Interview with Gino Cecchettin: A Journey from Tragedy to Hope**
**Editor**: Thank you for joining us today, Gino. It’s been a year since the heartbreaking loss of your daughter Giulia. Can you share with us how you have coped with such a profound tragedy?
**Gino Cecchettin**: Thank you for having me. It has indeed been a difficult year. I realized early on that I had two choices: to succumb to hatred and anger or to find a way to honor my daughter’s memory positively. I chose the latter. By focusing on the beautiful memories I have of Giulia, I’ve been able to channel my grief into something meaningful.
**Editor**: You mentioned launching a foundation in Giulia’s name. Can you tell us more about it and its mission?
**Gino Cecchettin**: Absolutely. The foundation aims to promote awareness about the dangers of violence, especially against women. We want to create a space where people can learn, share their stories, and find support. It’s essential to turn this tragedy into a catalyst for change, to help others avoid the pain my family has suffered.
**Editor**: How have you managed to let go of hatred towards Giulia’s murderer?
**Gino Cecchettin**: It hasn’t been easy, but I’ve learned that harboring hatred only creates more negative energy. I’ve taken time to listen to the words of Filippo—her ex-boyfriend—and rather than feeling anger, I focused on understanding. It’s about breaking that cycle of negativity. We can choose to create value instead. Just as trees produce oxygen and filter out carbon dioxide, I believe we can bring positivity into the world, despite our challenges.
**Editor**: That’s a powerful perspective. How has this outlook affected your personal relationships?
**Gino Cecchettin**: It’s been transformative. The way I handle my emotions and interact with others has shifted. I try to surround myself with positive influences and intentionally nurture my relationships. It’s made a difference in how I connect with loved ones; together, we can create an atmosphere of support and understanding.
**Editor**: Lastly, what message do you hope to convey to others who may be struggling with similar feelings of loss or anger?
**Gino Cecchettin**: I want them to know it’s okay to feel pain, but it’s also crucial to find ways to move forward. Encourage yourselves to focus on the good, on the memories that bring joy rather than sorrow. By creating a legacy of love and understanding, we can honor those we’ve lost and foster healing.
**Editor**: Thank you, Gino, for sharing your journey and insights with us. Your strength is inspiring, and your efforts to honor Giulia are commendable.
**Gino Cecchettin**: Thank you for giving me the platform to share her story. Together, we can make a difference.
