T. Barštys, a 67-year-old millionaire who has withdrawn from public life, shares insights on his transformed existence in rural Lithuania and his passion for magnificent horses.
T. Barštys, a 67-year-old millionaire, has stepped back from the public spotlight and is now living a drastically different life in his ancestral home in Balkasuodyje, in the Alytus region of Lithuania. In an interview with journalist Edvardas Žičkus, Barštys invited a film crew to explore his impressive estate, which has been home to his family for five generations and includes one of Europe’s most remarkable horse farms, the 'Royal Horse Resort'. This transition from a life of business to rural tranquility highlights a personal journey away from the pressures of public life.
Once the head of a sprawling business empire that employed around 4,000 people and achieved annual revenues of up to one billion euros, Barštys has now sold the majority of his enterprises and focused his energies on his new passion - equestrian pursuits. He disclosed that he has traded in his car collection for a stunning array of 60 horses, stating that some horses can cost far more than even the best luxury cars. This shift emphasizes not only his change in lifestyle but also underscores a heartfelt connection to his new interests.
As he reflects on this transformation and his experiences with health issues, Barštys suggests that challenges in life are often meant for the strongest individuals. His story serves as an inspiring testament to resilience and the pursuit of personal fulfillment, illustrating how one can reinvent their life after reaching considerable heights of success. With a focus on his passion for horses and a simpler lifestyle, Barštys embodies the notion of finding happiness away from the limelight of wealth and fame.
