Eat, Pray, Yuck

Maybe I’m wrong but did anyone else find the trailer to Eat, Pray, Love pathetic? Woman gets dumped by man, feels miserable, goes on long, soul-searching vacation, goes through “enlightenment” but still feels miserable, meets new man, feels complete once more.

Why are women flocking to this as some source of empowerment? I admit, I have not read the book or seen the movie (and probably will not), so if you have, please tell me if I am wrong!

PS: Has anyone else seen the junk Eat, Pray, Love merchandise they’re peddling?! Perfume, jewelry, lip gloss… Awful!