Cliff, I love this article--telling it like it is. I did not read the three books you mentioned, though I certainly was tempted but I had too many already stacked up! LOL. I'm into Michael Singer's books right now. I should be over the whole self-help thing at my age. Yet, I continue to read and learn--forever curious. I started writing when I got sober three years ago and am enjoying it so will most likely continue on with Medium. I'm one and a half years with Medium and not disillusioned yet. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and keep up the great writing.