Well, as to finding a guide, in my experience, all they can really do is give you some experience, then it's up to you to find your path, but it is also true that beginnings are vital, so if you are searching for a guide, try to find someone thats seems to be on a similar wavelength as you so to speak, someone you feel comfortable with when discussing information, trust me, I've been down the incompatible road, on both sides, it's never a good deal. By the way, please excuse me if i seem to be rambling, insomnia will do that to you.