@creative_writer no wonder you're in need of comfort. Illness after illness is like water wearing away at a rock. The hair issues sound like a response to your stress, I've heard your hair suffers when you're not at your best. I'm the opposite with my hair, I've been dying it since I was 16 and it has always been thick and healthy. It's probably compensating for my gross teeth and excess weight! Mind you I've always used quality hair products too. My favourite friend has problems with her hair too and when she is under stress it suffers. She takes selenium to help with thinning hair.

I think a blanket is the best way to self soothe and definitely better for you than rubbing your hands. I used to scratch my arms before I learnt how to SH. The only reason I stopped was being put on a new medication. 

I think if I was working I would probably feel better. 

Hopefully this year will find you in good health and not as much illness 💜