*The following is a guest post by Jonah Riley. Jonah is a missionary in the RGV, local EMT, and minimalist; valuing Everyday Carry--enjoy!

What are Daily Essentials? Ever hear of Every Day Carry (EDC)? EDC are the daily essentials to help you do life better. Everyone's EDC is different. For some, it’s the watch that was handed down from their father and one day be handed down to their son. For others, it’s the cigar cutter that gets put in the same pocket everyday and placed on their night stand every night. (cough, cough, Marco). For myself, I like to take the minimalist approach and only carry what is needed for everyday tasks.

To help you build your personal EDC, here are my top 3 EDC Essentials, excluding items that go without saying (phone, keys, wallet, etc.)

1. A KNIFE

Plain and simple, I am a firm believer that every man should carry a knife. A knife can be used for a number of things: self defense, opening boxes/packages, or simply cutting an apple for you and your wife to share. It’s a tool that was in every pocket of everyone’s grandfather.

Above is the beautiful Spyderco Tenacious. A budget friendly item that is sure to tackle anything you put it through.

2. POCKET NOTEBOOK

My addiction to notebooks like Field Notes is strong. I use mine for everything: to-do lists (honey-do), sermon notes, journal entries, rough calculations, and a place for my chicken scratch to end up.

Field Notes pocket note books are visually appealing, weather well, and fit in your back pocket.

3. A PEN

Tactical or not, it’s always good to have a pen on hand. Don't be that guy that always asks for a pen, just carry one.

Above is the Smith and Wesson Tactical Pen: a machined aircraft aluminum with screw cap design and a sturdy pocket clip.

“A tactical pen is a deadly survival weapon in the right set of hands. In the wrong set of hands, it’s a harmless writing utensil.” -Will Brendza

Again, everyone's EDC is going to be different; that's what makes them fun and unique. What are some of the items you carry on the daily? I'd love to hear them in the comments below!

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