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Essence / Shadow Labs

I discovered Prasad’s work in June 2025 and have attended over three of his workshops since. In that time, I’ve dissolved nearly three decades of inner blocks, some rooted in generational patterns, others in past-life and karmic imprints, that had quietly shaped my choices and limited my results, despite years of effort and investment.

Today, my mind is clearer. My relationships feel more aligned and rewarding. And most importantly, I’m moving steadily toward what truly matters to me, understanding and living from my core, unique essence.

The fee felt challenging at first. But after experiencing the depth of this work, I realised it has saved me years of searching and lakhs in future healing and correction.

If you are ready for a deep, permanent shift, not another temporary high, I wholeheartedly recommend investing your time and money with this teacher. Prasad supports each participant with the care, presence, and commitment of a mother guiding her child toward growth.

Hema

Body: I still get shivers down my spine when I think of the lab. However it is not from fear but in amazement of what I put myself through and how well I manouvered through it.

(It rare that I compliment myself but this time when I am doing so. I am damn sure about it )

The journey was challenging right from the start, but something kept me going through the thick and thin. My body knew when it was right to let loose. There were times when it was heavy that made me pause and respect my boundaries.

I have connected at a much deeper level with my body in every moment of joy, grief, love, calm and fear. It had never felt so free. The process is on. It is still processing a lot that happened before, during and after the lab.

Heart: Ye dil maange more. It is full of love and gratitude for every person, spirit that made it possible. It has started beating again (quite literally, as I had stopped feeling my heartbeat for a few years, but now I get slight impression of it when I connect). It has learnt endurance and calmness are two sides of a coin. Both come together.

Mind: this is the most difficult of the three to convince. It is trying to draw connections in what happened, applying logic wherever possible, sometimes denying, sometimes accepting all that happened.

I am trying to strike a balance in what I discovered at the lab and challenges of the real life. Practical and unbashed.

But now I know my calling and a few next steps towards it.

Now I also know that fear is fearful until faced. It is gift of courage in the face of vulnerability.

I now know there are people out there I can reach out to when life gets a little heavy whose mere presence make it little less difficult.

Richa

In the beginning, I felt this Shadow lab would be similar to the one I had attended in the month of Aug. But later on I realised that this lab is different. As soon as Prasad shared that there were few more seats available, I made my decision to go for it.

There were moments when I felt like backing off. Fear, frustration, doubt came up strongly. But the constant support from Prasad helped me reach the camp site just on time.

As I had past experiences where I became breathless in the Ganga and that fear stayed deeply within me. On The third of rafting something shifted when I fell into the water. After coming back my fear dissolved. I not only overcame it, I also enjoyed rafting.

The camping during the rafting and the Forest walk activity with Ashish truly helped and felt a strong connection with nature.

Each process during the Lab helped me connect more deeply with myself and also with the people around. There was a strong sense of togetherness.

Walking with fire was another fear I carried. Connecting with fire. I could feel the fire in my stomach and my heart. A lot is still moving inside me, which I cannot express.

I am grateful to each one of you present there for being there for each other. Never felt that we all are meeting for the first time..

I am deeply grateful to you Prasad and Sivapriya for all the love, care and support through out this journey ❤️❤️

Deepthi

This Shadow Lab helped me get unstuck and move.

It was a profound shift in perspective to look at Shame, Guilt, Doubt and Regret as warriors. Truthfully, these are what push me to do something useful and meaningful in life.

I was able to figure out that a majority of the pain that I had been carrying was not mine - it belonged to various family members. The pain was massive that it had stopped all movement inside me causing me to be stuck. I have physically and mentally placed those "stones" at the mother spirit's altar to let go. She will take care. Thank you for identifying and pointing me towards the mother spirit who holds and transforms.

My relationships with Ganga and Fire are now deeper and closer than before as well. Both water and fire have movements. I think I'll be experimenting with these cooling and firey movements in the upcoming days.

Forest bathing experience showed me that my sense of hearing is my deepest connection with Nature. I could keep listening to the call of birds or the sounds of running water.

Overall, it was a challenging experience for me. Physically I'm still recovering with cold and congestion and had to rest for two straight days, but I do feel like I am lighter with more focus and determination.

Shravanthi

The Shadow Lab in Rishikesh came into my life quietly, but its impact has been profound and lasting. In just a few days, something deep within me shifted—something that will continue to shape my present and my future. From the moment I received the detailed pdf note about the Lab, I began preparing myself mentally, physically, and emotionally.

I worked on my fitness, my stamina, and my flexibility, even while carrying pain—a frozen left shoulder and a lumbar disc bulge. Reaching the camp itself felt symbolic: the downhill stretch tested my fears, and the final uphill climb on the last day mirrored my inner journey of resilience and readiness for life ahead....

Living in the forest, rafting through the powerful rapids of the Ganges, and surrendering to the rawness of nature was both humbling and awakening. Those three days by the river were a beautiful paradox—filled with pain and pleasure, silence and fear, cold and courage. I really "fell" in love !!

Each experience stripped away layers, leaving me more honest with myself.

The daily sessions and deeply specific rituals reached places within me that words usually cannot—touching every cell, every hidden corner of my system.

I gave myself fully to the process, especially while confronting guilt, doubt, regret, and shame.

And on the other side of it all, I know this much with certainty: I am not the same now.....

My deepest gratitude to Prasad—for creating a space where I could simply be "me", with all my vulnerabilities and imperfections.

You were not just a mentor, you are a masti-baaz Yaar, but were a true anchor through this beautiful journey.

Thank you, Sivapriya, for being the quiet yet powerful connecting thread—your presence, intuition, and depth felt like a gentle force that sees straight into the soul.

And to every co-participant who showed up with openness, warmth, laughter, dancing, chanting, and special care—you made this feel like a beautifully held family. Age, labels, and appearances dissolved in that shared space.

Finally, the fire—especially the fire walk—ignited something sacred within me. A living awareness of the “fire” I now carry inside: one that I will protect, honour, and cherish.

The Shadow Lab was not just an experience; it was a remembering.

I walk forward changed, grounded, and deeply grateful....

Dr. Somnath

My experience at the Lab was a complete roller coaster of emotions, physical challenges, changing climates, and intense moments. And right in the middle of all that chaos, realizations hit hard…. and with them, an unexpected calmness emerged.

For years, I had been carrying the burden of guilt, shame, regret, and self-doubt, reinforcing it silently every single day. The Lab held up a mirror I could no longer look away from.

I began by burning what I am not, and on the final day, through the threads woven by each one of you, I reinforced the spirit of who I truly am.

This mirror exercise was profoundly beautiful and confronting.

There were moments of crying, singing, dancing and battling the cold while already dealing with physical challenges. Yet, we did it.

Living by the Ganga for three days was transformative. I found myself entering a flow state—something I had been holding back from for a long time, something that had stopped me from fully stepping into action. Being there, with her, shifted something deep within me.

My heartfelt gratitude to Prasad and Shiva for making this journey possible.

Prasad, your presence felt like that of a father—strong, grounding, and unwavering.

Shiva, I found in you a powerful and beautiful embodiment of the feminine—steady, fierce, and nurturing.

Thank you to Bheem and his incredible team for creating comfort in the toughest conditions. Food, fire, and fun—everything was taken care of, turning hardship into moments we will always remember.

And finally, thank you to each of my co-participants for holding such a safe and sacred space for vulnerability. It was you—your presence, openness, and support—that made this transformation possible.

Swapna

This lab was physically challenging for me, the cold is something that I am not this use to.

The lab overall has clicked something that I am not able to read right now but i feel it and it feels like growth for self.

I still feel a connection with the fire and ganga.

I feel fire on both my hand (Palm area) and my both foot after the lab and i still feel it.

overall I feel calm from within and i feel i can show more emotions in its true form now. The lab has pushed me in ways i dont understand yet.

Keval Shah

My experience at the lab was deeply intense and profoundly transformative. It awakened the child within me—someone I hadn’t felt or heard from in nearly 10 to 12 years. That part of me had been buried for a long time, suppressed beneath responsibilities, expectations, and unspoken emotions.

The ropes tied around my hands were another powerful mirror. Walking on fire brought me face to face with my fears. I was afraid from the moment I knew I would have to do it—especially after seeing it on the first day. Yet, when the moment came, I chose surrender. I let go of resistance, trusted completely, and walked gracefully across the fire. That surrender was one of the greatest lessons I took away.

I am deeply grateful to Prasad for always being a mirror, and to Shiva for bringing in so much fun, intensity, and life into the lab. Together, they created a space that was powerful and transformative.

Sudarshanam

The leaf activity appeared too simple but it was too deep and mentally exhaustive never thought that “just that activity” will stir me so much.

Drilling through my own self and letting go off my doubt, guilt, shame and regrets made me calm and light …yet another ritual to break my strong beliefs

Connecting to all 5 elements with fire dance on sand …and later to experience inward molten fire flowing in me was symbolic of getting purified and having spark within ….somewhere deep seated fearful Nirupama emerged as fearless energy

Nirupama

This lab was yet another experience of amazing oneness of the group working towards uncovering shadows.

Literally power-packed 3 days!

Through various processes I saw and experienced power in various aspects. Power of intimacy, that genuine deep heartfelt connection, power of anger, power of acceptance, Power of sensing, Power of truthful and authentic expression, Power of nurturing, Power of aspiration!

I also learnt to deal with bodily dullness and stuckness with simple movements.

For me it was also an experimentation of structure and flow, preparedness and spontaneity.

Thank you Prasad for holding the space, enabling the flow and even shaking at right times !

Thank you all the members for being so open and genuinely participating in everything. It helped me let out my emotions without any hesitation and regain my power :)

Bhagyashree

Genuinely one of the best workshops I’ve attended and will remain close to my heart always.

This was guiding star when i needed the most in my life. specially to mention about Prasad is open, low key and thoughtful, he is nothing to prove, no need to hear his own voice, plenty to show and say, doing his best to be of service to the us.

The shadow lab sessions were wonderful and completely thought provoking. Very easy to understand all processes and it was just the right mix of theory, demonstration, and anecdotes.

Though didn’t have much of expectations when I came to shadow lab, but my takeaway is for a lifetime.

Will cherish memories this memory always.

Thanks all and Prasad for all the love and care

Sandhya

This shadow lab was like peeling off a few layers and finding a treasure chest of lightness and love inside. I am seeing a difference in my interactions with family. It doesn't feel that hard anymore. It feels cheerful and light.

There is an acceptance of my self and so, the others around me also.

The last few days after shadow lab have been filled with travel but all the other rest of the time has been about resting and taking in the experience of three days.

Thank you so much Prasad for guiding and asking the right questions that started off a churning inside. All that churning those three days is slowly bringing a settlement inside. I am so in awe of how you know exactly when to hold hands gently and also when to knock us down so we can recognise our power and stand up for ourselves

Thank you so much to the group for supporting me in my process, for hugging me from the outside and in.

So much love and bum shaking hugs,

Divya

I realised the power of togetherness and got to know about varied new perspectives. It has helped me open up and given me strength to face the unknown. There is clarity in a lot of areas which I did not planned to work with but happened naturally, would really like to stay with this and explore more about myself. It has been very revealing, healing and has brought clarity and peace in thoughts. It's like a start of a new journey and feels like a lot of doors have openned up for me. Thanks a lot Prasad and Siva for having this shadow lab, looking forward to more.
Shreshth

I have leveled up in my awareness level to whatever is happening in me and my life at present. This lab has given me a good understanding of myself which has answered so many questions in me. Excellent co ordination, facilitation, well connected team work. I would say for much peaceful living pls go attend one of these.

Poornima

Experiencing what love means. Realising the presence of the inner voice that comes from a place of silence. Understanding my need to connect with the unknown. Realising not to play certain games and to not get into certain cycles. Seeing the house that I want to create for me.
Cried until there were no tears left.
Felt extremely supported by you during the process and generally as well, Prasad. I was amazed at how you could maintain your energy level and be involved in everyone's process right from 7AM to 10PM. Especially during the final day! I'm extremely thankful and grateful for everything that happened in my life for the universe to lead me to this moment, to meeting you, to being a part of this. 🙏🏼 The entire experience was amazing. Right from the processing, to the support, food, venue, to the people. A lot of potential uncovered and a lot of potential still remains! The memory of these days will stay with me for the rest of my life.
Aravind

I understood the subtlety behind various actions. It has brought that to light and built more awareness on how I can consciously stop it. Overall, an amazing experience! It brings in more perspectives to what is otherwise seen with a narrow view.
Anvita

I understood the blocks where I was unknowingly getting into rather than focusing on the goals or intentions ,and how much energy n focus was wasted on the problems. It has built a huge awareness. Also I am glad to healing abilities that I have and can be used. I would definitely recommend shadow lab to anyone who wants to work on themselves.For me It brought out unknown parts into our awareness, which had become the treasures for development and stability, lost many fears n weights which I did not know existed . Feels free and much more connected to self
Aiswarya

I am able to see the jumbling up and the resulting paralysis inside me. I am able to separate things I can deal with myself and am able to ask for help when I need. I felt loved and connected with everyone in the lab. I take away clarity and a deep sense of gratitude and belongingness. I found my voice. I vouch to give back in the best of my capacity. I am still processing whatever came up during the lab and I feel supported.
Veena Pai

Behaviour Patterns that caused a lot of choas in my life was implemented by myself and hence recognising some of them, was absolutely a feeling of victory. It was completely life changing. I had a roller coaster of emotions. But I feel like a changed person. I am more optimistic than I was before the Shadow Lab. I am suddenly looking forward to the unknown, rather than the dread and oblivious feelings I had before.

Abiramy

Shadow really was intense for me. The overall process & the trek experience in a way heightened all my senses & emotions. I feel more present & conscious in the moment & able to understand different perspectives. The space & the group was blessed with Grace indeed. Shadow lab is for someone who really wants to look within, discover his/her core self & sincerely wants to work on oneself. A roller coaster of emotions. It is intense & gives opportunity to contemplate and work on different aspects and issues along with the groups support and strength. The process is fun & profound together and at the end can prove to be life altering.
Kushbhu

Shadow Lab - Insight about the true me. In all degrees of emotions and hidden thoughts it was operated. Realization was significant enough to heads up and walk towards life. Disease is doesn't arise from the Body, it starts from mind play. You can heal your mind find its true nature and then operate with it. This happens in Shadow lab! Than wandering to find your spirit, its all inside you, and many others are in the same path, your not alone! You share and receive your energies to find it from many around you - Eventually changes happens inside. Experience the each roles the universe gives you.!
Dharani

It was becoming more and more of what I am. Disarming and integrating parts that were unknowingly allowed to be possessed by external forces.
Harshvardhan

Shadow lab helped me understand and strengthen my home (Boucher). It filled me with lots of love, warmth, strength.. I am able to understand different perspectives by playing different roles. The love, togetherness of our group helped us towards the quest for common goal to grow within and overcome our difficulties within...
Gayatri

Gods n demons are within me. I have been reading about it in books but in shadow lab, i experienced it. World and people around me are there to remind me demons but what about God. I got glimpse of God and Divinity within me. It helps me turning inward, to know myself better, looking from higher perspective brought down the self centeredness and help me to experience that i am part of the whole.
Bhavisha.

it was instant , very intense , trustful to open up and to be at ease, nourishing ,mile stone , home coming & so overwhelming both mentally & physically...symbol on the transition path. For me 'shadow lab' is a hard found Oasis after a long exhausted journey ...its is definitely abundant in every sense...
Hari Prakaash