David Golubić on the loss of his father: I would like to know what his embrace was like (VIDEO)

David Golubić, known for his profile Smetarski poklic, which brought the work of municipal workers to many Slovenians, shared personal insights during a recent appearance on ŠOKkast. The conversation focused largely on his mother, who he described as having recognized early on that he was different and struggled with established norms. He explained that she quickly understood the system was suffocating him and supported his decisions. “My mother saw very early that I was different and that this system was killing me,” he said. When he decided to leave school, there was no dramatic resistance at home. Instead, his mother simply asked what he planned to do. He responded that he would paint, and with great self-discipline, he began creating art each day, as though going to work. His mother’s support, he implied, gave him space to find his path. Golubić also reflected on how his life changed when he got a guitar at age thirteen. Although they lived modestly, being one of three children, the purchase was still a financial commitment. Yet his mother bought the instrument because she sensed his desire wasn’t just fleeting. “She saw that it was something inside me and bought it for me,” he recalled. He expressed deep gratitude for her support, saying it showed her love and that he would be thankful for it all his life. The conversation became even more personal when it turned to his father. Golubić was barely three months old when he lost his father, so he has never truly known him. “This loss definitely shaped who I am today,” he admitted. He acknowledged that this absence was part of the journey that led him to become the person he is now. Despite the emotional weight of losing his father, Golubić admits there is a void that no explanation can fill. “Of course, I’d like to meet my father,” he said honestly. He is constantly haunted by entirely ordinary questions, to which he will never get answers. He longs to know his father’s size, scent, and voice. He sometimes wonders whether his father would have been proud of him today. “It’s clear to me that he would have,” he said. Now, as he himself becomes a parent, he better understands the longing of parents to see their children remain true to themselves and live according to their own values. Golubić's profile Smetarski poklic was built around a clear vision. For months before the first post, he had written ideas about raising awareness of the profession, presenting his job, and the importance of separating waste. “I’ve often said that I completely experience everything I wish for,” he remarked on his view of life. His reflections reveal a man deeply aware of the influence of family, especially his mother, in shaping his choices and identity. Through his storytelling, he connects personal experiences with broader themes of self-discovery, resilience, and the enduring impact of parental support.