We recently had the chance to connect with Lakisha Clark and have shared our conversation below.
Hi Lakisha, thank you so much for joining us today. We’re thrilled to learn more about your journey, values and what you are currently working on. Let’s start with an ice breaker: What do you think others are secretly struggling with—but never say?
I think a lot of people secretly struggle with accepting who they truly are—and letting others do the same. We all carry these invisible expectations of how we should show up, how others should act, or what life is supposed to look like. But underneath, many of us are just trying to be seen and loved without all the pressure to perform or fit into someone else’s box.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I’m the founder of KISH Waist Beads. What started as a personal journey of self-love and healing has grown into a brand that helps women reconnect with themselves mentally, physically, and spiritually. At KISH, I create hand-crafted, intention-based waist beads that are more than just adornment—they’re tools for self-discovery, empowerment, and inner alignment.
What makes my brand unique is that every strand carries meaning. Many are infused with Reiki energy, crystals, and ancestral wisdom, so women aren’t just wearing something beautiful—they’re wearing a reminder of their own strength, softness, and vision. I also hold space for women through one-on-one sessions. And I’m planning on hosting classes for ritual-based offerings where they can learn the deeper cultural and spiritual significance of waist beads while creating their own strand in a meditative setting.
Right now, I’m working on expanding KISH Waist Beads beyond just adornment, into a full wellness experience. My dream is to create a space where women can heal, align, and celebrate who they are unapologetically.
Appreciate your sharing that. Let’s talk about your life, growing up and some of topics and learnings around that. What’s a moment that really shaped how you see the world?
A moment that really shaped how I see the world was when I was going through a divorce at the same time my mother was battling cancer. On top of that, I was caring for her while also navigating one child struggling with suicidal thoughts and another with anger issues. It was one of the hardest seasons of my life. Therapy and Reiki became my lifelines, helping me see myself reflected in my children and deepening my understanding of my mother from a place of empathy. Through that process, I became more aware of the energy around me and the ways I wanted to grow—both in my relationships and within myself. That journey gave me a sense of purpose: to heal, to align, and to help other women who may be walking through their own storms find their strength too.
When did you stop hiding your pain and start using it as power?
I stopped hiding my pain when I realized it wasn’t something to be ashamed of, but something that could actually be transformed into power. For a long time, I carried my struggles in silence, thinking I had to hold it all together. But through therapy, Reiki, and my spiritual journey, I learned that sharing my story and facing my pain head-on didn’t make me weak—it made me whole. That shift allowed me to turn my experiences into purpose and create KISH Waist Beads as a space for women to heal, align, and honor themselves. My pain became the very thing that fuels my power and connects me to others.
So a lot of these questions go deep, but if you are open to it, we’ve got a few more questions that we’d love to get your take on. Is the public version of you the real you?
Definitely! The public version of me is the real me because I can’t help others if I can’t be myself. My brand is built on authenticity, healing, and self-acceptance, so what you see is truly who I am. I believe being transparent about my journey allows other women to feel safe embracing theirs.
Thank you so much for all of your openness so far. Maybe we can close with a future oriented question. What is the story you hope people tell about you when you’re gone?
I hope people say that I was a woman who helped others see their own light. That I lived authentically, loved deeply, and created spaces where women could heal and reconnect with themselves. I want to be remembered not just for what I created with my hands, but for the energy and intention I poured into people—that I inspired them to embrace who they truly are.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.kishwaistbeads.com
- Instagram: kishwaistbeads
- Facebook: Kish Waist Beads
