8/7/26

The three characteristics of existence _ Ajahn Ben Interview

What are the three characteristics of existence (tilakkhaṇa)? In this interview, Ajahn Ben explains the concepts of Anicca (impermanence), Dukkha (suffering), and Anattā (non-self).

Ajahn Ben just released a new Book : a collection of transcripts from talks she delivered during a retreat at Wat Pha Nong Phai where this interview was taken in 2023.

The Book is called “Buddhist meditation _ Boundless Spiritual Journey” and you can find it on Amazon.

Ajahn Benjawan Wongshookaew is a reknown Anapanasati (Mindfulness of Breathing) meditation instructor. She was born and raised in Bangkok, graduated from Sripatum University with MBA for executives and also holds a phD in Buddhist studies from Mahachulalongkorn Rajavidyalaya University. She ordained in 2017. Presently she conducts meditation retreats in Suan Mokkh International Damma Hermitage and Samui Dipabhavan Meditation Center.

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