Narrative Chaplaincy & Legacy Storytelling
A compassionate experience where your life story is witnessed, honored, and beautifully written for you.
Your story is more interesting than you think
Do your loved ones know the full story?
Are there lessons you wish to pass on?
Will you share what matters most?
Your Epic Ordinary Life™ is a narrative chaplaincy™ experience where Jordan Soliday listens deeply, then transforms your memories into a beautifully written heirloom your family will treasure.
More than storytelling, this is a sacred act of witnessing—turning your ordinary moments into an epic legacy.
A done-for-you life story
I travel to you.
Listening deeply over 4–6 story sessions, I gather the memories and moments that have shaped who you are.
I craft a 3 ,000–10, 000-word narrative.
Then deliver it as a leather-bound book and a shareable digital file.
The result is a beautiful legacy.
A gift your family can hold, read, and remember for generations.
What you’ll receive
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I travel to you for unhurried, face-to-face conversations that uncover the most meaningful moments and values in your life.
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I record relaxed conversations with loved ones to collect their memories, anecdotes, and tributes.
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Together we visit—or vividly recall—a treasured place, creature, or symbol from your life and create a non-human persona to weave into your story (optional add-on).
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A narrative manuscript blending your memories with graceful prose, professionally edited and proofread.
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A one-page snapshot of your core values, strengths, quirks, and guiding principles.
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Personal declarations that transform key insights into a poetic series you can revisit anytime (optional add-on).
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I guide you through a calm recording; the final audio is mastered to studio quality (optional add-on).
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Hand-bound in archival leather, printed on acid-free paper, designed to be passed down for generations.
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Order additional heirloom books for family, friends, or charitable gifting (optional add-on).
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A beautifully formatted PDF and e-book file—easy to share with family, store in the cloud, and view on any device.
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Timeless passages from wisdom traditions, selected or composed to honor your beliefs (optional add-on).
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Most projects are completed inside 21 days from the first session, keeping the process focused yet unhurried.
Every journey is bespoke. Your exact quote follows a free discovery call.
Hand-crafted legacies, worldwide
From Pittsburgh parlours to Mumbai rooftops, I meet families where the story lives, then bind it in leather for the next generation.
What people are saying
“It was a totally new experience to go through my epic ordinary life. Jordan made me feel safe sharing my story and showed a lot of respect and patience in the process. It turned out exquisitely. I wish everyone had the opportunity to create their own epic ordinary life together with Jordan.”
Erica Björkebäck
Jönköping, Sweden
“Jordan didn’t see me as a project; he saw me as a unique individual. I recommend Jordan without reservation to anyone ready to own their story and willing and able to change the narrative.”
Jacqueline Brito
Orlando, Florida
“Jordan is a trusted guide and masterful at what he does. His calm, measured, loving energy created a space where I really felt I could put everything out onto the table. When he read my life back to me it was a beautiful moment that I won't forget, it moved me deeply and helped me see my history in a totally fresh light.”
Sam Smith
Bristol, England
FAQ
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Not exclusively. Anyone who feels ready to reflect deeply, share their story, and leave a lasting legacy is welcome.
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Most clients finish within one to three weeks. We move at a rhythm that matches your energy and comfort.
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Not at all. You speak from the heart; I listen closely and craft the narrative with care and respect.
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I live between Colorado and Pennsylvania, USA, and regularly travel worldwide to meet story recipients in person.
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Yes. Shared physical presence allows us to notice subtle details like gestures, energy, and surroundings that deepen the story. Being face-to-face makes the experience more human and communal—a powerful contrast in an age shaped by digitalism and artificial intelligence.
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Yes. When travel isn’t possible, we can complete every step by video call. Virtual work often reduces overall cost.
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If you wish. Some clients invite a partner or adult child to one session; others prefer privacy. We’ll plan whatever feels most supportive.
Meet your guide
Jordan Soliday, Founder & Narrative Chaplain
MIT xPRO instructor, former pastor, co-creator of Unhurried Design, and author of the forthcoming book The Urgency of Slowing.
I help people meet their story with compassion and leave behind words that keep them close.
My mission is to witness, honor, and preserve the epic ordinary.
Let’s get started
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