Did you read the Sticky thread
HERE about some of the pitfalls to becoming a pro? A few VERY good pro players have chimed in; may be a good place to get a dose of reality.
My personal opinion is tainted by 60+ years of life experiences. And it all boils down to "why would anyone want to become a professional poker player?"
It can't be fun...... more likely a life of stress and the likelihood of not having financial security is a HUGE stresser imo. It can't guarantee life success. Very much like the 10 year old dreaming of playing at Fenway...... success is only for the very few.
Lastly, what do you see long term for the game of poker? Are there going to be more casinos? More online sites? I can't help but feel with the consolidation of poker since Black Friday...... the few remaining sharks are just going to be pushing chips back and forth across the felt with very few minnows swimming around.
/doom and gloom