The real joy of homesteading is producing
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In this reflective and mission-driven episode of *Prosperity Homestead*, host Justin Hit shares the profound joy found not in content creation or social media fame, but in the tangible, hands-on act of producing—growing food, raising animals, and building sustainable systems on a small farm. He contrasts the performative nature of many online homesteading influencers with his own approach: a real, messy, problem-solving journey rooted in permaculture, risk management, and practical land stewardship. Through personal stories—from ducklings hatching under a shed to battling city officials over a natural garden—Justin emphasizes that true homesteading joy comes from direct engagement with nature, community involvement, and building skills through volunteering and small-scale projects. He challenges listeners to shift from passive consumption of homesteading content to becoming active producers, no matter their current situation, whether living in an apartment or planning a future retreat.
The real joy of homesteading is in producing—growing food, raising animals, and solving real problems—not in filming or posting content.
Start small: volunteer at community gardens, join master naturalist programs, or work on someone else’s farm to build skills without financial risk.
Use your existing knowledge and resources to experiment—plant a square foot garden, make seed balls, or learn animal behavior through hands-on experience.
Design your homestead intentionally: zone areas by use, plan for water flow and erosion, and create systems that work with nature, not against it.
Stop being a consumer of homesteading content; become a producer by taking action, even if it’s just one small step today.
…and 3 more takeaways available in PodZeus
The Joy of Nature and the Call to Action
“The real joy of homesteading is producing.”
The Myth of the Influencer Homesteader
Justin critiques the performative nature of many online homesteading channels, revealing that most are media companies rather than actual producers. He shares his own transparency about filming setups and the haphazard nature of his content creation.
From Observation to Action: The Ducklings Moment
“When I saw the ducklings today, it's such a joy.”
The Importance of Starting Small and Building Skills
Justin advocates for starting with community gardens, volunteering, and trail maintenance to gain hands-on experience. He emphasizes that you don’t need 40 acres to begin—just a willingness to learn and engage.
The Real Work: Design, Planning, and Risk Management
He shifts focus to the deeper, less glamorous work of homesteading: land assessment, contour trails, water management, and business planning. These are the foundations that make homesteading sustainable and resilient.
“The real joy of homesteading is producing.”
“Stop being distracted and start being a producer instead of a consumer.”
“When I saw the ducklings today, it's such a joy.”
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Justin Hit
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Prosperity Homestead
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YouTube
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Goats
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Community Gardens
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Permaculture Design
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Natural Garden
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