Story creates life

Epic Ordinary is a storytelling studio that uses story to strengthen connection with life purpose and organizational purpose, clarify decisions, and deepen relationships.

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Why we exist

To witness every life as epic ordinary and preserve every story with care. We teach innovation as integration, not disruption.

What we offer

Our services range from a monthly workshop, weekly group coaching, to 1-on-1 bespoke legacy storytelling.

Monthly workshop
Free to join

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Weekly group coaching
$500/mo or $2400 for 6 months

Write your story

1-on-1 legacy storytelling
From $4000

Get your story written

Hand-crafted legacies, worldwide

Parchment-style world map showing service locations across several continents

From Pittsburgh parlors to Mumbai rooftops, we meet families where the story lives, then bind it in leather for the next generation.

What people are saying

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“I wish everyone had the opportunity to create their own epic ordinary life.”

Erica Björkebäck
Environmental Administrator


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“I recommend this to anyone ready to own their story and willing to change the narrative.”

Jacqueline Brito
Assistant Dean


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“When my life was read back to me it was a beautiful moment that I won't forget.”

Sam Smith
Executive Coach

Meet our founders

Jordan Soliday
Co-Founder & Narrative Chaplain

MIT xPRO instructor, co-creator of Unhurried Design, former pastor, and author of the forthcoming book The Urgency of Slowing. Helps people integrate who they are with what they create, then move with a non-anxious presence through uncertainty.

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Samir Selmanović
Co-Founder & Narrative Chaplain

Executive coach, conference founder, ordained minister, and seasoned guide for leaders seeking deeper meaning. Writes “The New Glossary” on Substack and is developing the book How to Be Out of Control. Samir sees himself and those he works with as ordinary mystics.

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Begin in Open Studio

Learn the core moves of storywork in a 90-minute workshop, free of charge. Leave with prompts that increase connection to purpose and people.

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Your Epic Ordinary Life™ | Narrative Chaplaincy™
Created using the Unhurried Design approach.
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