I commend the author on her decision to strike out on her own, as there's nothing better than being your own boss, being responsible for your own failures & successes.

Congratulations, and I wish you all the best!

The comment regarding a recurring dream was something I also experienced.

    "recurring dream that I was being chased, jumping through windows and doors, but never getting further away from my chaser"

After quite some time having this dream, one night the dream ended with my realization that my pursuer was none other than myself!

I had been running from myself.

This realization had the effect of me going into business for myself, leaving a high paying job, and struggling for quite awhile before I began to be successful.

Today I work longer hours than I ever did for that high paying employer, but the difference is that I enjoy what I do, and I get to choose the projects that I pour my efforts into.

Too many are content to remain in their respective comfort zones, and this stifles innovation...

You go, girl!