Meet Gail
Born to teach.
Born to write from the soul.
Walking in to launch Born Worthy at Jabberwocky Bookshop — one of New England's largest independent bookstores — to a jam-packed room
Memories now flash back to me as a little girl, maybe seven or eight years old, rushing to my bedroom after coming home from school and teaching my "make-believe students" all I learned that day — with my older brother laughing in the next room, perhaps thinking here she goes again.
Little did I know I would be led many decades later — after going inward and spending much time in solitude, or what I call space for grace — to teach others how to claim their innate worthiness and power, embrace stillness and the unknown as a gift, and discover their authentic selves.
For more than 25 years, I have coached clients through all sorts of transitions — career and relationship changes, health challenges, reinventing themselves after a job loss, the death of a loved one, becoming an empty nester, starting a new business, overcoming imposter syndrome through promotions, or rediscovering new parts of themselves in retirement.
My teaching has evolved significantly, based on the wisdom of age and many adversities that have, like a diamond formed under pressure, polished and refined me. I now serve others with a deeper sense of love, compassion, and wisdom.
Getting Out of Isolation
My core teachings guide clients into claiming new stories that reflect their worthiness and authenticity — from which true joy and abundance on all levels arise. We are all "BORN TO BE ALIVE," and have a unique song to sing.
Pausing to Create Anew
"The pause — sometimes initiated by a life curveball like a health challenge, financial loss, death of a loved one, angst of starting a new business or career, or another one of the soul's promptings for redirecting life — is the sacred place of becoming who we truly are."
— Gail Kauranen Jones
I am a seeker who finds answers and inspiration by pausing — meditating, connecting with growth-minded people, journaling, or being in nature, which I call my church. More than half of my books' contents were written while walking, texting myself chapter titles and insights gained in silence.
Toolchest of Techniques
25 years of expertise, finely tuned.
Coaching
- Founder of a leading-edge coaching practice — 25+ years
- Coached Sundays on Boston radio (WZLX, CBS affiliate) 'On Common Ground'
- Certified in high self-esteem coaching for parents, educators & kids
- Award-winning writer on mental health, self-esteem and worthiness
- Certified in mindfulness — Power of Awareness program
- Certified relationship coach — The Institute for Life Coach Training
- Behavioral coach (CBT); subcontractor with national telemedicine company
- Workshops at Civana Wellness Resort (AZ) and Maison Esthetique Christiane Bourque Spa (MA)
Training & Education
- Trained with Dr. Joe Dispenza and Dr. Caroline Leaf in neuroscience
- Harvard-affiliated 'Mind Body Program for Cancer' — Benson-Henry Institute, Mass General
- Yale University — 'The Science of Well-Being'
- HeartMath Institute — 'Connect With the Heart of Who You Truly Are'
- EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) — advanced healing trainings
- Anthony Abbagnano — 'Inner Leadership Challenge'
- Jeffrey Allen — certificate in 'duality' energy medicine
- Gregg Levoy — 'Callings: In Search of An Authentic Life'
- Coachville Graduate & Small Business Schools of Coaching
- Second-degree Reiki Master
Writing
- Author of Born Worthy: Real Stories to Help Raise a Generation Who Knows Their Value (2025)
- Author of Cancer as a Love Story: Developing the Mindset for Living (2017)
- Author of To Hell and Back: Healing Your Way Through Transition (2003)
- National blogger — Arianna Huffington's Thrive Global, The Wellness Universe, and contributing writer to Maria Shriver's Sunday Paper
- 40+ years as a journalist, PR executive, and content marketer
In Practice
Teaching, speaking, writing.
An Intergenerational Team
Wisdom moving in both directions.
This work was never a solo act, and it was never meant to be one generation talking at another. Gail brings 25+ years of practice; her younger collaborators bring the platforms, fluency, and instincts of the generation this work exists to serve. That exchange is the model, not just the staffing — and it's why the message lands with parents, teens, educators, and teams alike.
Jai Maganti
Director of Marketing
Jai leads marketing for Claim Your Worthiness®. He created this website, solidified and unified the social media accounts to expand reach, helped position the messaging for expansion into new markets, and strategically builds community around A Journey to the Heart of Worthiness®, the signature program. He's committed to growing this platform alongside Gail — with clear communication and follow-through on agreed dates.
In Motion
Worthiness, in our own voices.
Across the Generations
Team video — Gail and the team laughing and in real conversation. Wisdom moving in both directions.
The Worthiness Platform
Gail speaking directly to camera on what Claim Your Worthiness® is and who it serves.
Walks With Gail
Walking footage with clients and guests — coaching and conversation in motion, filmed along the water.
Ready to begin?
It is my honor to support those who prioritize, and commit to, investing in themselves and their personal growth.
Curious what this work looks like in practice? Read the stories, endorsements, and video testimonial on the Impact & Praises page.