I completely understand everyone’s concerns about the concept of living your dreams, but, I still think it is possible to have security, wealth AND to live your dreams.
We have, and I personally know many others who have in many different fields of endeavor–even some who have risen to great heights from ground zero (one of my wife’s best friends was a stay-at-home wife and mother, who became a world famous author after writing some books, then movies, about vampires a few years ago–and that’s how we started investing in films)–so I know it’s possible.
However, as was mentioned, embarking upon a quest to live your dreams should not be taken lightly. I agree that the realities of one’s abilities and individual circumstances should be evaluated, and realistic decisions should be made accordingly.