the truth is in the details

So, I'm about to start something new. I've been reading one of those "self-help" books and I've come to the conclusion that I'm completely messed up. Funny how these "self-help" books only point out what's wrong with you and then tell you how to change your life. Where's the "self" part to the help. They tell you everything you're suppost to do. There's no thinking for yourself. It's kinda of wierd all these people who are looking for "enlightenment" and individuality are so willing to follow a system that someone else has come up with. It's like these "gurus" have done all the work for you. Doesn't seem to be right to me, but what do I know?