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No, they were not from that Monastery. And we did much meditation.

There were talks, meditations and open Q&A.

I found that much of what they said aligns with my own contemplations in investigating my spiritual self. And perhaps giving this more investigation will assist in developing this further.

That said I tend to resist being guided in any given direction and like to see where my own contemplation takes me. It fascinates me that it brings me back to something taught by the Buddha but I use this as a reassurance that I am finding truth.

I am doubtful that this practice will ever bring me enlightenment. But that is not so much my intent, just a deeper understanding. If I ever find enlightenment it will be by accident.