Re: Monica,
I am not blasting you at all. I am saying that you nor anyone should decide what route someone else takes to get to the Path.
I do not believe, nor did I imply that Monica is weak minded. She herself claims she is 'newer to spirituality' than you or others that post on here. Thus, the reason to say, takes what works for HER and not everyone else, necessarily.
As for Me resonating, I did not bring up what I resonated with. I understand what ET says, some works for me and yet some does not. As is much I have learned over the years. I was brought up Lutheran. When I was young, some worked for me. As I became older and realized that not all that was taught to me, did not work for me, I kept what did and released (still working on releasing more) what did not. I have read much and yet there is always a beginning book for people. Myself, I am still reading or listening. I am of the belief that to stop learning is to die...as a few 'teachers' I have heard speak say.
Many writers serve themselves and still serve the Way. Come on, because a person wants to live a life beyond meager measure they are wrong? There is nothing wrong with wanting to teach others AND make money. ET is entitled to both...as are we all.
As far as Ego, that you keep bringing up, we all have one and I do not know that it is necessary or even realistic to 'remove' its existence completely. This I cannot speak much about because it is limited in my knowledge, at this time.
Peace,
Beth