All of those sound great xD
Apart from howling at the moon and feeding kitties (I feed my home kitty), I've been doing the other things you mention until recently. I am still trying to do those things, but it's been increasingly difficult. I hope it will pass soon or something.
Within our unique circumstances, what one is able to use as a tool for increased peace of mind, another may not. Yet, never become so forlorn that you give up the search completely @m31 … Your answers may be within sight, beckoning a closer view.
I do wish you well, friend...