[dianakroshXX]

At the end, the Bhante blessed me and tied a piece of white fibre around my wrist, I'm unsure of the significance of this...

hi L.T.

the string is probably a blessing and also probably an offering to you of connectedness & friendship

i am happy to hear you felt calm and clear afterward

meditation is usually more powerful when done in a Vihara

also, Bhante Amitha may be able to offer you some time to talk with him, including outside of the formal visiting days

simply contact the Vihara and ask

with his white string, Bhante Amitha has offered his compassion & friendship to you

kind regards

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