Some of what you say sounds almost religious. Why is this?
At the root of all religious practice is the search for meaning, strength, and solace in the face of adversity. Their teachings attempt to provide guidance not only for surviving the traumas of life, but for personal and spiritual growth as well. Religions all emphasize decreased reliance on personal identity and material possessions. They all share an interest in other, less material sources of strength. Similarly, all religions view personal change as part of the work of spiritual growth.
We could not begin to discuss the many perspectives that different religions hold on personal and spiritual change. But nothing of what we have discussed is either specific to any one religion, nor do we believe it to be in conflict with any major religious practice.