I think had I followed my own path sooner, I would have been an artist. Right now, I love to create art but never had formal lessons or took the time to learn because my parents didn't support it. Now I live my life how I want and not how my parents want. I wanted to study art in college though, but took the "Safe" route instead.
I've decided it's better to just follow your dreams because now I know that you can truly make a living by doing what you love. Just never give up! There is plenty of room for artists to succeed in this world :) I'm glad I changed my mindset and know this now @gailbelga