Your Life Matters Too Much to Sleepwalk Through It
Most men are stretched thin, running on autopilot, and wondering if they’re getting any of this righ —marriage, fatherhood, health, purpose, all of it. Campfire Gentleman helps you cut through the noise and build a life that actually feels meaningful.
Modern Life Is Pulling Men in Every Direction
- Constant distractions weaken focus
- Work demands drain energy
- Phones compete with our families
- “Do more” culture leaves men burned out and empty
Modern Life Is Pulling Men in Every Direction
Constant distractions weaken focus
Work demands drain energy
Phones compete with our families
“Do more” culture leaves men burned out and empty
Most guys aren’t failing. They’re just overwhelmed,
under-supported, and exhausted.
Why I Started Campfire Gentleman
In 2020, I got laid off during COVID. That shock forced me to slow down for the first time in years. I realized I had been productive… but rarely present. So I made tiny changes — small wins, done daily — and everything started to shift.
That’s what this project is built on:
Practical steps. Real connection. A life aligned with what matters most.
The Core Five
A simple framework for living with intention.
Family
Build connections.
Lead with love.
Purpose
Set your direction.
Live out your values.
Growth
Keep learning.
Keep moving forward.
Health
Stay strong
Protect your body & mind.
Simplicity
Cut the clutter. Focus on what truly matters.
What You Won’t Find Here
Hustle culture
4:30 AM heroics
The virtues of deadlifting
“Real man” prescriptions
Overcomplicated systems
Ways to “10x your income”
Political opinions
This isn’t about becoming a celebrity version of a man. It’s about becoming a grounded, steady, present man for the people who rely on you.
Start With These Tools
Starter
Kit
A simple jump-start framework
to clarify what matters.
5-Minute
Connection Guide
Practical habits to build stronger marriages, better moments with your kids, and more.
Super Simple
Habit Tracker
Actually usable.
Actually sustainable.
Curated
Reading List
Books aligned with the
Five Core — no fluff.
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About Clay
I’m Clay Garrett — a husband, dad, designer, and the guy behind Campfire Gentleman.
After rethinking what really matters in my 40s, I built this project to help men prioritize family, purpose, health, and the small daily choices that make life meaningful.