She took that passion and made it into her profession.
That sounds great.  Is she happy to be working on something that she's passionate about?
Yes, she says it barely feels like work at all.
She's so lucky to be doing what she loves for a living. We should all be lucky enough to do work that we feel passionate about.
That's why I'm friends with her. I need the kickstart she's giving me.
It's great that your friend is doing well and that you are so supportive of her.  I hope that you can also find inspiration to follow your passion to success.