If you are considering leaving the legal profession, you may find some inspiration from Terry Brooks, an author and former lawyer who viewed practicing law as a means to an end to pursue his writing career.

Brooks struggled with the same anxiety and fear that every lawyer does when considering a career change, including fear of the unknown and economic uncertainty.  The struggle weighed on his mind so much that he eventually wrote a book about.  The book expresses many of the same feelings you may be having if you are currently considering a career change.

FYI, during the tour to promote his book, Brooks decided to focus on writing full time, and quit practicing law upon his return home.

You can read the full post and excerpts from his book at here.