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Worthy of note from the article:

"John Curtis of Asheville, N.C., a former marriage therapist and founder of the Web site Americans Against Self-Help Fraud, argues that the unregulated industry preys on troubled people to make money. "I'm hoping and praying that this will put a chilling effect on the self-help industry," he said."

I can't imagine paying over $9k for the Spiritual Warrior seminar. Who has that amount of lose money to plunk down for something like this...well, I mean what average-income person has?

There are low-cost or free things that are AUTHENTIC and probably work better. If a person wants a sweat lodge, seek out a Native Holy Man, bring him a package of tobacco, and ask. If he agrees, then you will have a very meaningful and authentic experience. If you want insight, find an affordable therapist or just talk with someone you could consider a mentor. And...for lasting life change, well, I'm sure there's a 12 step program that will just fit your own personal needs. Not to mention countless churches, support groups, friends, and even, in some cases, relatives can really add to quality of life. All it takes is self-honesty, personal courage, constant practice, and time.

People, beware the "quick fix", the charismatic talk, and modifications of other's cultural experiences. Glitz and high-cost ought to be the reddest of flags when a person is looking for life change.