I think this applies to many of the "self improvement" articles I've read. I think these articles are definitely worthwhile, I just believe they need to be rea

I think this applies to many of the "self improvement" articles I've read. I think these articles are definitely worthwhile, I just believe they need to be read as they are: about someone else's life. If your goals and life situation align with the author's, then I'd consider it pseudo-advice. If not, it should be read as an interesting personal success story, which are still valuable pieces.