I started reading Eckhart Tolle recently (thinking that it would be interesting to understand what sort of instructions/mantras/comforting-claims it is that people find so valuable). Nonsensical and over-broad claims abound.

I enjoy your idea of punishing faulty confirmation of already-held beliefs. It's good that you're not absolutely rigid in this, because few people are completely careful in their rhetoric when most incentives favor bold, flashy style.