Clay Garrett with Campfire Gentleman, discusses how fathers and husbands focused on purposeful living.
Key Takeaways
- Campfire Gentleman is built around 5 core principles: family, purpose, growth, health, and simplicity
- Clay started this venture after being laid off during the pandemic, which led him to reassess his priorities and seek more meaningful work
- The newsletter aims to help men, particularly fathers and husbands, live with more purpose and be more present with their families
- Clay emphasizes daily practices like reading and communication exercises to foster growth and stronger relationships
Topics
Clay's Background and Family
- Married for 15 years, together for 20
- Has a 12-year-old son and 10-year-old daughter
- Lives on a small farm in East Texas with horses, mules, and other animals
- Previously worked in corporate marketing for over a decade
Origin of Campfire Gentleman
- Sparked by Clay's layoff during the 2020 pandemic
- Realized he had newfound time to reassess priorities and be more present with family
- Concept crystallized in late 2022/early 2023 after a late-night brainstorming session
- Driven by Clay's desire for more meaningful work
Core Principles of Campfire Gentleman
1. Family: The cornerstone that gives importance to other aspects
2. Purpose: Finding passion to show up better at home
3. Health: Developing habits to improve overall well-being
4. Growth: Continuous learning and self-improvement
5. Simplicity: A filter to ensure efficiency in all areas
Impact on Clay's Personal Life
- More flexibility in schedule, allowing for greater presence with family
- Applying principles in his own life, e.g., working out with his son
- Increased focus on communication with his wife, including daily "temperature checks"
- Striving to be a role model for purposeful living for his children
Recommended Resources
- "The Five Love Languages" by Gary Chapman
- "Seven Principles That Make a Marriage Work" by John Gottman
- Full reading list of 25 books available on the Campfire Gentleman website
Next Steps
- Readers can sign up for the newsletter and access blog content at campfiregentleman.com
- Clay can be contacted directly at campfiregentleman@gmail.com or through social media
- Clay aims to connect with and positively impact as many men as possible through his platform
- Personally, Clay plans to create more adventures and traditions with his family in the coming year
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