I Chose Slow Living on a Homestead Over My Career @AustynRich

Austyn Rich Two years ago, I left my hometown in Georgia to start a new life in the countryside of Texas.

During this transition, I had just began my recovery from two major brain surgeries and I used this as an opportunity to heal myself.

My partner @WillEdmond and I started building a homestead where we can become self-sustainable. Our new homestead is also a glamping community where we host guests out in the piney woods of Northeast Texas.

You can see the entire process of our homestead here on our main channel: youtu.be/iwDq-pdWaE8?si=hSEKHLlDnqdo5KJ4

Links:
Instagram- instagram.com/austynrich
Facebook- facebook.com/austynrichfb

This video features music and sound effects from Epidemic Sounds.

updated 2 years ago

I Chose Slow Living on a Homestead Over My Career

Austyn Rich 2024-05-05 | Two years ago, I left my hometown in Georgia to start a new life in the countryside of Texas.

During this transition, I had just began my recovery from two major brain surgeries and I used this as an opportunity to heal myself.

My partner @WillEdmond and I started building a homestead where we can become self-sustainable. Our new homestead is also a glamping community where we host guests out in the piney woods of Northeast Texas.

You can see the entire process of our homestead here on our main channel: youtu.be/iwDq-pdWaE8?si=hSEKHLlDnqdo5KJ4

Links:
Instagram- instagram.com/austynrich
Facebook- facebook.com/austynrichfb

This video features music and sound effects from Epidemic Sounds.

I Never Knew The Creation of Man Meant This Until Now

Austyn Rich 2026-03-05 | In this video, I begin reading what many call the most banned book ever written and share why I decided to open the Bible for myself.

Genesis 1 (Part One): youtu.be/PXjpbXFr0Wc?si=22GV2SDOWCj3Ab7I

Hi! My name is Austyn.

I share thoughtful reflections on faith, purpose, and what it means to follow God in everyday life.

ESV Bible: Artist Series by Matt Stevens on Amazon: amzn.to/3Zdn2HA

If this is something you are interested in following, then be sure to check out my other social media accounts below.

instagram.com/austynrich

https://x.com/austynxrich

https://substack.com/@austynrich?utm_...

Social Media is a Digital Cigarette

Austyn Rich 2026-02-26 | What if we started calling social media what it truly is, a drug?

In this video, I reflect on how I've come to view social media no different than being addicted to smoking cigarettes.

The only solution I can come up with in order to quit this addiction is by reading the Holy Bible.

Hi! My name is Austyn.

I'm sharing my journey as I returned back to faith after 10 years of living as a "Closet Christian."

ESV Bible: Artist Series by Matt Stevens on Amazon: amzn.to/3Zdn2HA

If this is something you are interested in following, then be sure to check out my other social media accounts below.

instagram.com/austynrich

https://x.com/austynxrich

https://substack.com/@austynrich?utm_...

I Never Knew What God’s Creation Meant Until Now

Austyn Rich 2026-02-25 | In this video, I begin reading what many call the most banned book ever written and share why I decided to open the Bible for myself.

Genesis 1 (Part One): youtu.be/PXjpbXFr0Wc?si=22GV2SDOWCj3Ab7I

Hi! My name is Austyn.

I share thoughtful reflections on faith, purpose, and what it means to follow God in everyday life.

ESV Bible: Artist Series by Matt Stevens on Amazon: amzn.to/3Zdn2HA

If this is something you are interested in following, then be sure to check out my other social media accounts below.

instagram.com/austynrich

https://x.com/austynxrich

https://substack.com/@austynrich?utm_...

Im Reading the Most Banned Book Ever Written

Austyn Rich 2026-02-24 | In this video, I begin reading what many call the most banned book ever written and share why I decided to open the Bible for myself.

Hi! My name is Austyn.

I share thoughtful reflections on faith, purpose, and what it means to follow God in everyday life.

ESV Bible: Artist Series by Matt Stevens on Amazon: amzn.to/3Zdn2HA

If this is something you are interested in following, then be sure to check out my other social media accounts below.

instagram.com/austynrich

https://x.com/austynxrich

https://substack.com/@austynrich?utm_...

I Made My Relationship with God All About Me

Austyn Rich 2026-02-23 | What if our relationship with God isn’t supposed to revolve around us? In this video, I reflect on how I made that mistake and how developing an “eternity mindset” changed everything.

Hi! My name is Austyn.

I'm sharing my journey as I returned back to faith after 10 years of living as a "Closet Christian."

ESV Bible: Artist Series by Matt Stevens on Amazon: amzn.to/3Zdn2HA

If this is something you are interested in following, then be sure to check out my other social media accounts below.

instagram.com/austynrich

https://x.com/austynxrich

https://substack.com/@austynrich?utm_...

I Thought Being A Christian Was Easy

Austyn Rich 2026-01-21 | In this video, I share my thoughts on why I thought being a Christian was easy and how my perspective has changed as a new believer.

Hi! My name is Austyn.

I like to share my perspective on life no matter the topic.

"God's Not On Our Side" by Tack Room Bible Tack (Full Video): youtu.be/0VKNMzcPETA?si=bV3Q8ibxm2wdm60h

ESV Bible: Artist Series by Matt Stevens on Amazon: amzn.to/3Zdn2HA

If this is something you are interested in following, then be sure to check out my other social media accounts below.

instagram.com/austynrich

https://x.com/austynxrich

https://substack.com/@austynrich?utm_...

I Fasted for 72 Hours Here’s What Happened

Austyn Rich 2026-01-16 | In this video, I share my experience fasting to seek God for three days without food and only consuming water.

Hi! My name is Austyn.

I like to share my perspective on life no matter the topic.

ESV Bible: Artist Series by Matt Stevens on Amazon: amzn.to/3Zdn2HA

If this is something you are interested in following, then be sure to check out my other social media accounts below.

instagram.com/austynrich

https://x.com/austynxrich

https://substack.com/@austynrich?utm_...

I Bought The Most Banned Book Ever Written

Austyn Rich 2026-01-13 | In this video, I share my thoughts on why I purchased a Bible, when society considers this to be extremely controversial.

Hi! My name is Austyn.

I like to share my perspective on life no matter the topic.

ESV Bible: Artist Series by Matt Stevens on Amazon: amzn.to/3Zdn2HA

If this is something you are interested in following, then be sure to check out my other social media accounts below.

instagram.com/austynrich

https://x.com/austynxrich

https://substack.com/@austynrich?utm_...

I Chased Success and Now Im Unhappy

Austyn Rich 2026-01-09 | You haven't been happy with your life because it's mostly spent at work.

In this video, I share my thoughts on why loneliness is the negative side effect of success.

Read the written version on Substack here: open.substack.com/pub/austynrich/p/lets-be-honest-chasing-success-is?r=1yi17y&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

Hi! My name is Austyn.

I like to share my perspective on life no matter the topic.

If this is something you are interested in following, then be sure to check out my other social media accounts below.

instagram.com/austynrich

https://x.com/austynxrich

https://substack.com/@austynrich?utm_...

I Play a Role in Society’s Lack of Confidence

Austyn Rich 2025-06-05 | Let's discuss my thoughts on confidence in today's society.

Welcome to the second episode of "Dear Self,"

This is be a video journal series where I will be unpacking my thoughts on topics in Life, Health and Culture.

If you like what you've heard and want to follow me for more content, then check out my other social media platforms.

Instagram: instagram.com/austynrich

X: https://x.com/austynxrich

I’m Afraid and Overthink Too Much About Everything

Austyn Rich 2025-06-03 | Welcome to the first episode of "Dear Self,"

This will be a video journal series where I will be unpacking my thoughts on Life, Health and Culture.

If you like what you've heard and want to follow me for more content, then check out my other social media platforms.

Instagram: instagram.com/austynrich

X: https://x.com/austynxrich

I Baked Delicious Pistachio Cookies on my Small Homestead

Austyn Rich 2025-02-09 | In this video, I’m baking Brown Sugar Pistachio and Cranberry Cookies in my tiny house and sharing a peaceful day in the life on my homestead. From adding suspenders to my work pants to creating a photo wall of our wonderful guests, this vlog is all about embracing slow living, homesteading, and simple handmade moments.

You can access the full cookie recipe for $1.99 on my website here: austynrich.com/store/p/pistachio-cranberry-cookies

@WillEdmond and I started building a homestead where we can become self-sustainable. Our new homestead is also a glamping community where we host guests out in the piney woods to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

We have six unique listings, including geodesic domes, tiny houses, and a safari tent—offering guests a chance to reconnect with nature. If you’d love to experience the great outdoors, visit our website:

glampingremote.com

Follow me on other social media platforms:

Instagram: instagram.com/austynrich

Facebook: facebook.com/austynrichfb

This video features music and sound effects from Epidemic Sounds.

I Forgive My Mother to Grow Up as an Adult

Austyn Rich 2024-12-22 | In this video, I share my experience of forgiving my mother and her perspective on parenting as a mother. We spent some time together at my grandmother's 90th birthday.

Hi! My name is Austyn.

I like to share my perspective on life no matter the topic.

ESV Bible: Artist Series by Matt Stevens on Amazon: amzn.to/3Zdn2HA

If this is something you are interested in following, then be sure to check out my other social media accounts below.

instagram.com/austynrich

https://x.com/austynxrich

https://substack.com/@austynrich?utm_...

Building a Homestead after a Brain Injury

Austyn Rich 2023-11-16 | ...

I Created a Hoodie to be Invisible

Austyn Rich 2021-05-04 | To release the creative frustration the pandemic produced, I revisited an older concept of mine and invited people to come see it in the progress via Zoom. This work features my original design of a green screen hoodie.

LOADING
Experimental dance performance on Zoom April 6, 2021

I Built a Gigantic Table to Dance on

Austyn Rich 2021-05-04 | After receiving constructive criticism that my dance work leaned towards the boring spectrum, I decided to create the most theatrical, choreographed, and erotic piece to appeal to an audience that had expressed their critiques. That's where "BL**DY SPAGHETTI" was born, created, developed, and performed in Los Angeles, CA. You are only witnessing an excerpt of this work.

BL**DY SPAGHETTI
REDCAT NEW ORIGINAL WORKS FESTIVAL 2019

I Performed During the Height of the Pandemic

Austyn Rich 2021-05-03 | FULL FILM HERE: vimeo.com/438739343

INSTAGRAM, TWITTER AND TIKTOK: ALLLLCAPS

I Created this Dance in Isolation (Again)

Austyn Rich 2021-02-01 | During the pandemic, I engaged in an artist residency where I created a dance piece about counting using my entire body. If you observe it repeated throughout the film, I am only counting up to 3, hence the name and logo, 021. The use of three and other numbers holds significance for nature and my connection to two older siblings, whom I love dearly.

021 (DELETED SCENE)

DOCUMENTATION FOR HUMAN RESOURCES LA (TIME SPACE AND MONEY RESIDENCY 2020)

COLLABORATIONS:

CINEMATOGRAPHY BY RYBG
INSTAGRAM: @RYBG.CO
rybg.co

Instagram: instagram.com/austynrichaustynrich

I Created a Film about Rooms with no Exits

Austyn Rich 2021-01-01 | This short film was created as a homage to my early childhood experiences attending Atlanta Hawks games. There was always a video on the Jumbotron featuring Ghostface from the Scream franchise, encouraging us to scream for defense when the opposing team had possession of the ball. Drawing inspiration from this, I created a horror-adjacent film for my durational performance, TECHNICAL FOUL. It was played before the "game" began.

TECHNICAL FOUL (Film)

PERFORMED BY AUSTYN RICH
N COLLABORATION W RYBG
MUSIC BY ALGORYTHYM.CODE

INSTAGRAM: AUSTYNRICHAUSTYNRICH

I Created this Dance in Isolation

Austyn Rich 2020-12-30 | During the pandemic, I engaged in an artist residency where I created a dance piece about counting using my entire body. If you observe it repeated throughout the film, I am only counting up to 3, hence the name and logo, 021. The use of three and other numbers holds significance for nature and my connection to two older siblings, whom I love dearly.

021 (TRAILER)

DOCUMENTATION FOR HUMAN RESOURCES LA (TIME SPACE AND MONEY RESIDENCY 2020)

COLLABORATIONS:

CINEMATOGRAPHY BY RYBG
INSTAGRAM: @RYBG.CO
rybg.co

GRAPHIC DESIGN BY DENZEL AMAOH
INSTAGRAM: @DDDENZELLLLL

I Performed a Dance Piece for an Hour

Austyn Rich 2020-08-20 | I created this durational dance piece inspired by the popular sport, basketball. It was performed as a solo with no formal practice but as an improvisational performance entirely made up on the spot.

TECHNICAL FOUL PERFORMANCE FOOTAGE
JULY 2, 2018 AT HUMAN RESOURCES LA

CINEMATOGRAPHY BY RYBG
MUSIC BY ALGORYTHYM CODE

I Created a Shirt to be Invisible

Austyn Rich 2016-05-04 | Intended to be played with music of your choice.

While at the University of Southern California, studying dance with a concentration in choreography for stage and film, I created this short film for a final project.

It's titled "SHERT" because I had to replace all conventional spelling during my explorative phase of art school.

Filmed and edited by RYBG