Taking Space with Bailie Norville

Ep. 39 Embodying Her Before It Feels Natural

In a world where social media is constantly showing us new routines, habits, and versions of what it means to be your “best self,” it can start to feel like growth is something we’re supposed to have fully figured out right from the start. But authentic growth rarely feels that clean, seamless, or certain. In this episode, we’re exploring what it looks like to be in the middle of becoming when you can see the version of yourself you’re growing into, but it doesn’t fully feel natural yet. Instead of rushing the process or jumping straight to the outcome, this is about learning how to embody that “that girl” version of you in small, honest, grounding ways. We talk about the difference between performing growth and actually living it, and how so much of becoming happens quietly in the choices you make, your standards, and the subtle shifts no one else really sees. A reminder that you don’t have to feel fully ready to start becoming her, and that alignment is often built long before it becomes visibly obvious. Bailie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bailie.norville [https://www.instagram.com/bailie.norville]  Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/takingspacewithbn [https://www.instagram.com/takingspacewithbn]  (@takingspacewithbn)

Ep. 38 Spring Reset: Learning to Be Here Instead of There

Time to spring into a new season, without the sense of rush. As we step into spring, this episode is a reset, a mix of light conversation, reflection, and grounding ourselves in where we’re at right now, not seasons ahead. We explore what it looks like to do a “spring cleaning,” not just in our physical space, but mentally and emotionally — clearing habits, routines, mindset patterns, and the energy we’re carrying forward. Alongside a fun spring fashion “this or that,” we also get into a deeper reflection on learning to stay present and trust what’s unfolding, instead of trying to define the outcome prematurely. A reminder that not everything needs to be figured out ahead of time. Sometimes the most meaningful growth happens when we simply stay present with where we are. Bailie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bailie.norville [https://www.instagram.com/bailie.norville]  Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/takingspacewithbn [https://www.instagram.com/takingspacewithbn]  (@takingspacewithbn)

Ep. 37 The Slow Seasons of Purpose

Not every season moves fast. Some are slower, quieter, and don’t give you instant results or gratification. But it’s often during these slow seasons that the bigger picture begins to emerge and you start to see where you’re going. This episode reflects on the slow seasons of purpose, when motivation is quiet, progress feels invisible, and wins aren’t always obvious. We talk about learning to trust the process, staying consistent when results are slow, and why these slower seasons are often the ones that prepare us for what’s next. A reminder that slow progress is still progress, and just because things feel quiet right now doesn’t mean nothing is happening. Bailie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bailie.norville [https://www.instagram.com/bailie.norville]  Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/takingspacewithbn [https://www.instagram.com/takingspacewithbn]  (@takingspacewithbn)

Ep. 36 Women Who Inspire Us, People Who Shape Us

When you take a step back, you begin to notice how people enter your life at different times, some who stay, and some who are only meant for a season. This episode is a soft reflection on connection, growth, and the people who shape us along the way. We explore what it means to find your people, to be supported in ways that break down your walls, and to grow through the presence of others. Inspired by International Women’s Day, this conversation also highlights the qualities of strong women and the importance of choosing support over comparison, while recognizing that growth can come from anyone who enters our lives. Wherever you’re listening from, this episode is an invitation to pause, reflect, and appreciate the people who are shaping your journey, because sometimes it’s not about how long someone stays, but how they change you while they’re there. Bailie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bailie.norville [https://www.instagram.com/bailie.norville]  Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/takingspacewithbn [https://www.instagram.com/takingspacewithbn]  (@takingspacewithbn)

Ep. 35 Karly Bon | Beyond the Clock: Redefining Success & Trusting Your Intuition

In this episode, I’m joined by the magnetic and multi-talented Karly Bon, professional dancer, acrobat, yoga teacher, and an absolute ball of energy. She’s currently performing in Switzerland in the breathtaking European production Art on Ice, which beautifully blends ice, dance, and acrobatics. In this organic and energizing conversation, we dive into what it really looks like to pave your own path outside traditional timelines, especially in your 20s. We talk about taking creative and spontaneous risks, building a career in an industry often labeled “hard to make it,” and learning to cultivate trust, resilience, and faith through seasons of uncertainty. Beyond the stage, we explore identity, passion, and the balance between ambition and real life, and how some of the most defining moments come from saying yes before you feel fully ready. We also end with a teaser for a future episode about traveling to Italy, as Karly shares her love for exploring through the lens of her Italian roots. Bailie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bailie.norville [https://www.instagram.com/bailie.norville] (@bailie.norville) Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/takingspacewithbn [https://www.instagram.com/takingspacewithbn]  (@takingspacewithbn) Karly’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karlybon [https://www.instagram.com/karlybon/?hl=en] (@karlybon)