Those who desire a strict comprehensive rule might be showing an immature desire to be controlled or might think that the sacrifices they make in order to observe such a rule will win them salvation. The monastic life comes from an inner desire and cannot be given from outside. This is important to understand. Discipline, however, is important in any form of monasticism, I imagine, and there is discipline here at St. Procopius Abbey. The abbot is in charge and when he feels it is necessary to put his foot down on a matter it is expected that all the monks obey.
Obedience is important in monasticism.
Furthermore, there is a form of discipline which is subtle although important. In doing his part, the monk replaces his desire to do as he pleases with the desire to serve the good of the community. Such an act then becomes an act of love towards his brothers and is very fulfilling. Another important point to make is that the monks here are not completely cloistered. The monks extend their charitable acts to outside the monastery as well, particularly in their university and high school.