a welcoming note…

dear black lotus rising family,

from the very beginning, you have been part of our journey.

in 2019, we started with one t-shirt—colored girls meditate—and a simple mission: introducing mindfulness and meditation to young women. what we didn’t fully realize then was that black lotus rising would grow alongside us, just as we have grown together as a family.

when we started, Janaya and Kanoni were teenagers, just beginning to explore what it meant to live with intention. today, they are young women carving out their paths—Janaya embracing motherhood and Kanoni pursuing graduate studies to become a licensed mental wellness counselor. through every transition, we have all leaned on presence awareness to navigate relationships, challenges, and new experiences. this practice of mindfulness, self-compassion, and joy continues to shape how we move through the world.

as we evolve, so does black lotus rising. we’re expanding our collection with new pieces that reflect where we are now, including a special line of baby items to celebrate the newest member of our family, Osiris.

we’re also refreshing our website to create a more minimal, contemporary, and intentional space that makes it easier for you to connect with us and our offerings.

for those new to our community, we are jylani ma’at and my daughters, Janaya and Kanoni—Brooklyn-born women who have lived, learned, and traveled together, embracing mindfulness as a way to navigate life’s joys and complexities. with backgrounds in education, healthcare, and contemplative studies, we have always believed that wellness isn’t just an individual journey—it’s about collective healing, self-discovery, and honoring the energy that connects us all.

black lotus rising is more than a brand; it is a reflection of our lives, our lessons, and our love. every piece we create is designed with intention—to remind you to breathe, to be present, and to honor the power within.

we are so grateful for your love and support through every stage of this journey. we can’t wait to share what’s next.

with love and gratitude to those before us,

jylani, janaya, kanoni & osiris
black lotus rising