@numericcitizen This resonated with me, as they're the same reasons I'm striking out on my own. I think its the same for many of us:

Why am I still considering freelancing? I dream of having more freedom in my daily life, including choosing my clients, the type of projects I work on, and my vacation weeks. In short, I want the ability to make my own choices without too many restrictions. That will undoubtedly make a significant difference.​