Each day, the monks would chant together for one hour after waking up at 4 am and we would listen to the teachings of senior monks while we meditated.
We were fortunate that a large number of local villagers gave alms at our camp. During the day, we were separated into two large groups (comprising new monks and those who had been ordained for over a year). We were also rotated so that we could participate in different activities, such as learning insight mediation, walking meditation and learning the Buddhist precepts.
In order to purify our minds, we were allowed to eat only one dish for breakfast. Our food was mixed together and served in an alm bowl.