The Universe Speaks

And I am totally confused.

I believe the Universe speaks to you in many ways through people, circumstances, etc and lately it keeps telling me that I am not doing something right.  I keep getting messages to be myself and stick to what I know.

For example:

“Learn to limit yourself; to content yourself with some definite work; dare to be what you are and learn to resign with a good grace all that you are not; and to believe in your own individuality.” 
-Henri-Frederic Amiel (1821-1881); philosopher, poet, critic

And this from a Facebook App:

Are you willing to do that now? Or are you going to wait until all life energy drains out of you and your loved ones who are trying to support you at this very moment? You were not born to follow rules and regulations. Living starts with dreaming. So dream, dream friend, and let dreams show you the path to your bliss.


Only trouble is I am not sure what the Universe is telling me to do.  I kinda thought I was being myself, though I am not sure I am doing what I want with my life.  I just don't see how I can do the things I want to do with my life.  They all mean spending money I don't have.