I quit my high-paying legal career and moved into my car. It was the best decision I ever made.

Courtesy of Elise Sterck

• On a trip to Washington, I decided to quit my career as a lawyer and travel full time.
• I moved into my car and traveled all over the country.
• It was a steep learning curve, but I followed what excited me.

Someone once told me every life boils down to five major decisions —five moments when the direction we step dictates the path we'll travel until the next juncture. If it's true...