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Effortless Being
For the first one or two years of life you were functioning from your true nature—from effortless being. There were sounds, feelings, sensations, but there was no concept that you were separate from any of them or that they were personal to you. Gradually you were invited into a game, the game of duality and limitation. In this book you will be pointed back to the truth of what you've always been.
Following his own awakening in 2005, David Bingham was guided to help others realize their true nature. Through one-on-one conversations and David's straight-forward approach, thousands of people have ended their seeking. This book is for those who feel they are still searching, and for those who are integrating true nature with this human experience.
Following his own awakening in 2005, David Bingham was guided to help others realize their true nature. Through one-on-one conversations and David's straight-forward approach, thousands of people have ended their seeking. This book is for those who feel they are still searching, and for those who are integrating true nature with this human experience.
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77 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 29, 2023
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January 14, 2025
A surprising little gem for those spiritual seekers! It’s short and direct with a clear and succinct message throughout.
I really enjoyed the simple teachings throughout this read and you could hear the calm voice of the narrator really come through. It’s all about discovering your true nature and really does help you find your way back to yourself, keep you centred and you will feel much lighter after reading.
The author takes us through the concept of non duality and breaks this down in simple terms so wonderfully. I love the fact he cuts through a lot of rubbish often found in other spiritual books and brings us back to our calm.
Clear, concise and impactful. 4.5 stars!🌟
I really enjoyed the simple teachings throughout this read and you could hear the calm voice of the narrator really come through. It’s all about discovering your true nature and really does help you find your way back to yourself, keep you centred and you will feel much lighter after reading.
The author takes us through the concept of non duality and breaks this down in simple terms so wonderfully. I love the fact he cuts through a lot of rubbish often found in other spiritual books and brings us back to our calm.
Clear, concise and impactful. 4.5 stars!🌟
September 23, 2024
Surprisingly clear.
I have been a seeker most of my life. Recently, following a series of painful events, I began to prioritize ease and aligning with what is called in Wayfinder coaching, the Essential Self. I have studied meditation, Buddhism, and other spiritual practices extensively for many years. David's book provided the missing piece that I was steadily moving toward. The Essential Self is the infinite being. To some, this book will be nonsensical. To others, it will be the longed for and much sought final piece of the puzzle. Highly recommended.
I have been a seeker most of my life. Recently, following a series of painful events, I began to prioritize ease and aligning with what is called in Wayfinder coaching, the Essential Self. I have studied meditation, Buddhism, and other spiritual practices extensively for many years. David's book provided the missing piece that I was steadily moving toward. The Essential Self is the infinite being. To some, this book will be nonsensical. To others, it will be the longed for and much sought final piece of the puzzle. Highly recommended.
April 24, 2024
A little gem
This little gem of a book is worth its weight in gold many times over. In a field filled with concepts and teachings that are not always easy to understand (by the mind), David Bingham makes it all fathomable and appealing. A delight to read.
This little gem of a book is worth its weight in gold many times over. In a field filled with concepts and teachings that are not always easy to understand (by the mind), David Bingham makes it all fathomable and appealing. A delight to read.
March 9, 2024
What a beautiful book!!! Probably the simplest book about non-duality !!!
February 20, 2026
This is the book I needed to read and this was the time that I needed to read it. It is clear and easy to read - no mental gymnastics required - and it explains so much of my own experience from childhood to now. I'm a seeker.
I've always been a seeker, a person who asks "why" at every turn, and because of that I've never felt like I fit in anywhere. I've always been the odd one out, different, weird, "you think too much," "you ask too many questions," sort of person. And so, reading this has been like receiving a gift, the gift of belonging or of "okayness," like I can finally see that I'm not broken, I'm not malfunctioning, I wasn't made "wrong."
Now, instead of fighting it, I can embrace it. I know what to look for, as I've been in that state of awareness several times but have never been able to maintain it past a couple of days. This book changes the way I see myself and the way I see that state of awareness and my ability to get there and eventually stay there for longer periods of time.
I guess what I'm saying is that this book has provided me with validation for my experience, confirmation that I'm not crazy, and direction for how to work with my awareness instead of against it. All this to say - great life-changing book, if You're open to it, and you want it to be.
I've always been a seeker, a person who asks "why" at every turn, and because of that I've never felt like I fit in anywhere. I've always been the odd one out, different, weird, "you think too much," "you ask too many questions," sort of person. And so, reading this has been like receiving a gift, the gift of belonging or of "okayness," like I can finally see that I'm not broken, I'm not malfunctioning, I wasn't made "wrong."
Now, instead of fighting it, I can embrace it. I know what to look for, as I've been in that state of awareness several times but have never been able to maintain it past a couple of days. This book changes the way I see myself and the way I see that state of awareness and my ability to get there and eventually stay there for longer periods of time.
I guess what I'm saying is that this book has provided me with validation for my experience, confirmation that I'm not crazy, and direction for how to work with my awareness instead of against it. All this to say - great life-changing book, if You're open to it, and you want it to be.
April 4, 2026
so helpful
Ive come to know that what we are is pure awareness. Not minds or bodies. But living with that knowing and making sense of it and how it relates to the human experience has been difficult for me. This book gave me a lot of direction on how to do that. Which is really no direction. Be fully present as awareness and act in the moment in the way your intuition feels is right, and let life take care of the rest.
Surrender and let life play itself. Very good book.
Ive come to know that what we are is pure awareness. Not minds or bodies. But living with that knowing and making sense of it and how it relates to the human experience has been difficult for me. This book gave me a lot of direction on how to do that. Which is really no direction. Be fully present as awareness and act in the moment in the way your intuition feels is right, and let life take care of the rest.
Surrender and let life play itself. Very good book.
September 26, 2023
The end of seeking
This book is succinct and direct. It pulls no punches in pointing us to our True Nature.
Step by step exposing how we mistake our thoughts as our identity, keeping us in fear and separation. Awareness is our true identity. It is so close to us that we have overlooked it our whole lives!
This book is succinct and direct. It pulls no punches in pointing us to our True Nature.
Step by step exposing how we mistake our thoughts as our identity, keeping us in fear and separation. Awareness is our true identity. It is so close to us that we have overlooked it our whole lives!
July 13, 2025
One of the best self help books ever written
I have read 200 self help books over the last 25 year, everything from NLP to tapping, and this short book beats them all. If you want to learn something about your true nature as a human being, that Will help you tap into the peace a d personal power that is already with in you, read this book. You will Be glad you did.
I have read 200 self help books over the last 25 year, everything from NLP to tapping, and this short book beats them all. If you want to learn something about your true nature as a human being, that Will help you tap into the peace a d personal power that is already with in you, read this book. You will Be glad you did.
February 29, 2024
Wonderfully takes you to the magical place!
Many doubts and questions on how to deal with the residual things were resolved. I am going to give it a second read!
Truly amazing! Thank you David for writing this book 🙏🏼
Many doubts and questions on how to deal with the residual things were resolved. I am going to give it a second read!
Truly amazing! Thank you David for writing this book 🙏🏼
March 11, 2024
I've been a seeker for many years and read many books but no one has ever put down on paper what David does in just 59 pages. The message is so simple and succinct! Just what I needed to hear.
My endless thanks to you, David!
My endless thanks to you, David!
September 28, 2024
Insightful guidelines for anyone who has had a waking up experience
Wise and experienced words to understand what waking up means and how to navigate the way forward. David is a valuable and compassionate mentor. Very reader friendly.
Wise and experienced words to understand what waking up means and how to navigate the way forward. David is a valuable and compassionate mentor. Very reader friendly.
October 11, 2024
Beautiful Book
The truth of who we are is beautifully written in this book. Each word rings true. Short and easy to read. Yet each page holds profound insights to relax into. Looking forward to reading again and again. Thank you David!
The truth of who we are is beautifully written in this book. Each word rings true. Short and easy to read. Yet each page holds profound insights to relax into. Looking forward to reading again and again. Thank you David!
January 27, 2025
beautiful book!
So sweet straightforward and concise. I’m touched by your metaphors and simple yet profound and elegant articulation of beingness, much gratitude and I highly recommend!
So sweet straightforward and concise. I’m touched by your metaphors and simple yet profound and elegant articulation of beingness, much gratitude and I highly recommend!
March 31, 2025
A Lot of Knowledge In A Small Book
After watching numerous interviews on YouTube and listening to David’s message, I knew I had to have this book in my library. While this book is a very short read, the information can be a reminder of the sovereignty that you are.
After watching numerous interviews on YouTube and listening to David’s message, I knew I had to have this book in my library. While this book is a very short read, the information can be a reminder of the sovereignty that you are.
October 14, 2026
Pretty over and above my mind. Not able to understand most of the concepts, i might not be ready or at the appropriate age to understand this book. Might read again after few years, for better understanding.
March 22, 2024
Simply Yummy!
This yummy book is simply like taking an adventure by infinite awareness, the likes of which is realized as what you already and always were and are.
Yummy bliss!
This yummy book is simply like taking an adventure by infinite awareness, the likes of which is realized as what you already and always were and are.
Yummy bliss!
May 21, 2024
Wonderful awakening reminder
A lovely simple book that’s effortless to read and reflects deeply what we know inside. Highly recommended read to help you remember.
A lovely simple book that’s effortless to read and reflects deeply what we know inside. Highly recommended read to help you remember.
July 16, 2024
simply accurate
This is so simply written it is a gem .
Simple is the most easy to access and concise. Good read , could not get more direct . Loved it .
This is so simply written it is a gem .
Simple is the most easy to access and concise. Good read , could not get more direct . Loved it .
December 9, 2024
Excellent
Very clearly explained and very well written.David has produced a work here that is easy and pleasurable to read and something you will wish to return to again.
Very clearly explained and very well written.David has produced a work here that is easy and pleasurable to read and something you will wish to return to again.
January 6, 2025
love the energy + message of this book.
This book is a quick read but holds incredible energy and wisdom! I think everyone should read this book, and consider its message!
This book is a quick read but holds incredible energy and wisdom! I think everyone should read this book, and consider its message!
February 16, 2025
excellent
Fantastic book!
I’m awareness and have always been!
Despite my mind!
I read this book several times
It gets clearer each time.
Fantastic book!
I’m awareness and have always been!
Despite my mind!
I read this book several times
It gets clearer each time.
June 19, 2025
Eye opening and easy to read
Thank you for not making this book 300 pages of filler information! You made it clear and easy to digest. So appreciate
Thank you for not making this book 300 pages of filler information! You made it clear and easy to digest. So appreciate
August 18, 2025
Brilliant!
A short yet massively powerful book reminding us of who we really are. The answer to all of life’s questions.
A short yet massively powerful book reminding us of who we really are. The answer to all of life’s questions.
September 22, 2025
Exceptional material, spot on and to the point.
August 2, 2026
Interesting concept.
January 19, 2024
Wonderful book
Finding what I didn’t know I was looking for is amazing. Mr Bingham is guiding us through a natural path of self realization.
Finding what I didn’t know I was looking for is amazing. Mr Bingham is guiding us through a natural path of self realization.
April 9, 2024
excellent read
Why didn’t I came across this before?it’s a wonderful short and concise explanation of the concept will read it again and again
Why didn’t I came across this before?it’s a wonderful short and concise explanation of the concept will read it again and again
September 26, 2024
Brilliant
Great book! It’s so easy to understand and read, it really is effortless. I absolutely recommend it for everyone ♥️
Great book! It’s so easy to understand and read, it really is effortless. I absolutely recommend it for everyone ♥️
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