Am I getting this right?

That question hits harder than most guys want to admit.

You’re juggling work, family, and everything in between—
trying to be a good husband, a good father,
and a man who actually lives by his values.

But the world’s noisy.
Distractions everywhere.
Advice flying at you non-stop.

And hustle culture?
Always yelling do more.

But more doesn’t always mean better.
Sometimes it just means spinning your wheels.

What Campfire Gentleman Is About

Cut through the noise.
Focus on what actually matters:

  • Family –Prioritize your spouse and kids. Don’t just “provide.” Be present.

  • Purpose – Align your actions with what really matters to you.

  • Growth – Push yourself. Get better—daily.

  • Health – Stay strong, clear-headed, and grounded.

  • Simplicity – Cut the clutter. Make space for what matters.

Why I Started Campfire Gentleman

In 2020, I got laid off during COVID.
That was the gut check.

I had a steady career. Checked all the boxes.
But when the job disappeared overnight, I had to ask:

Was I building a life I actually wanted?

The answer?
Not really.

So I made small changes.
Nothing extreme—just intentional.

Texted a friend every day.
Drank a V8.
Lifted weights.
Held hands with my wife for five minutes before bed.
Tracked tiny wins in a planner.

Small things.
Done daily.

And over time?
They changed everything.

That’s what Campfire Gentleman is about.

Not hustle.
Not hype.
Just showing up for the life that matters.

What You Won’t Find Here

❌ No “10x your income” hype
❌ No “get shredded in 30 days” BS
❌ No toxic grind culture

👉 This is for men who want to build strong families, lead with purpose, and stay healthy—
not because it looks good online, but because it actually matters.

I’m not here to tell you who to vote for, how to run your career, or that you need to wake up at 4:30 AM.

But I will help you build a life you’re proud of—
one step at a time.

Where to Start

Explore the Resources

You don’t need another 300-page self-help book.
You need tools that work.

Here’s what you’ll find:

No gimmicks. No overwhelm.
Just tools that help you take action.

Read my Perspectives

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No fluff. No lectures. Just real-life tools for building a life that lasts.

Thanks for being here.
Keep showing up.
Keep building.

–Clay

About Clay
I’m Clay Garrett, founder of Campfire Gentleman—a project built around helping men live with more purpose, connection, and simplicity. I’m a husband, a dad, a lifelong designer, and a guy who’s spent the last few years rethinking what really matters. This project is the result.

Someone once asked if AI wrote this for me—and I get it. Doesn’t it write everything now? The truth is, even when I use tools to brainstorm, organize, or edit, every piece is written, rewritten, and finalized by me. So… does that count as a yes or a no? I’ll let you decide.