is competition getting too tough to make poker profitable?

[BigErf]

Been playing poker for a couple years. Just like everyone else I think Im good. I have won a couple tourneys and placed in lots. I am a U.S. player so have been forced to play at lower stakes to insure my bankroll stays.

I remember a year ago I would have decent runs where I would leave w/ 3x, 4x, 5x etc my buy in for a NL session. Now big winning sessions seem to come way too far apart and am left settling w/ double buy in and being happy about it.

Like many others I have dreams of having the big roll to live off of. Is everyone just too good or am i just still coming into my own?

There was a post on how long it would take to get from $50 to $10,000 and a few people responded saying maybe 4 to 6 weeks... 2 to 4 weeks...???????????????? WHAT? am i that far behind?

Also, if anyone has a program to rate myself/stats... i am curious to see how i rate. BigErf FullTilt

thanks guys