YOU have nothing to be afraid of. YOU have already paid your dues. You're not 'taking a stab' at something. You've already made so many sacrifices, this is the only logical choice.

I bet you don't even calculate the sacrifices. They were a means to an end in living your true passion. And I'll tell from experience -- as long as you have passion -- the ghosts of fear are already defeated.

Here's to you living your dreams. I'm excited for your future and can't even draw a stick figure. Very proud of you, bro.