Joey's Taxi: Conversations from the Seat of Awareness

In this episode, I sit down with Kat Mahale — photographer, speaker, mentor, facilitator and author — to talk about the deeper layers of self-portraiture and how images can become mirrors for healing. We reflect on how a single photo can carry a message from our inner world, and how dropping into the “felt sense” helps us listen to what’s underneath.

We talk about Kat’s 2018 self-portrait, our shared experience of talk therapy that wasn’t quite landing, and how compassion can rise when we really see ourselves. It’s a conversation about remembering who we are — shadows, softness, and all.

Joey’s Social Links: https://linktr.ee/innerlens

Joey’s Website: https://joeycollazo.com/

Guest Submitted Artwork: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1vxFbXPdoNbwtkbUxnF_LI13rfAV6xgEd?usp=drive_link

FREE Mindful Mobile Photo Guide:

https://innerlens.kit.com/starter

To purchase Kat’s book ‘What Now?

https://www.feelmorecreative.org/whatnow

Kat’s website:

https://www.feelmorecreative.org/

Kat’s Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/feelmorecreative

Show Notes:

• 00:00 – The Transformative Power of Self-Portraiture

• 05:37 – Embracing Self-Acceptance and Compassion

• 10:46 – Understanding the Felt Sense

• 15:34 – Creating Safe Spaces Through Therapeutic Photography

• 20:06 – The Role of Creativity in Coping

• 24:32 – Slowing Down in a Fast-Paced World

• 29:21 – Connecting with Joy and Presence

• 32:54 – Sharing Vulnerability Through Photography

• 34:46 – Returning to Center and Mindfulness

Hey, I’m Joey — welcome to the very first ride in Joey’s Taxi: Conversations from the Seat of Awareness. This one’s about where it all began. I grew up in the Bronx, ended up working at an Apple Store in California, and hit a wall with burnout, addiction, and the feeling that something had to change.

In 2020, I quit, packed up, and moved to Spain to teach English. Then a two-week trip to the Canary Islands turned into a whole new chapter. I got married, slowed down, and started doing the inner work that would shape everything I do now.

This is the origin story — thanks for hopping in.

Joey’s Social Links: https://linktr.ee/innerlens

Joey’s Website: https://joeycollazo.com/

FREE Mindful Mobile Photo Guide:

https://innerlens.kit.com/starter

FREE Waking Up 30-day Intro Meditation Course:

https://dynamic.wakingup.com/guestpass/SCB190A6D

Show Notes:

• 00:00 – Introduction to Joey’s Taxi and Personal Background

• 03:01 – Career Journey: From IT to Caregiving

• 06:01 – Struggles with Relationships and Personal Growth

• 08:35 – The Impact of Hypnotherapy and Emotional Healing

• 11:04 – Marriage & the Journey of Self Discovery

• 13:33 – The Surrender Experiment and Mindfulness Practices

• 15:56 – Living from Consciousness: The Essence of Joey’s Taxi

Welcome to Joey’s Taxi — conversations from the seat of awareness. In this short trailer, you'll get a taste of the stories, energy, and heart-led reflections that ride along each week. Buckle up, subscribe, and join the ride.