I would definitely not rule out stress as a major contributor. In the earliest months of Covid, before we knew anything, two healthy acquaintances in my NYC suburb died and my daughter was an “ essential” worker in NYC. I was situationally able to stay safe but it was a terrifying year and the stress of that year, IMO, caused my body harm. Thankfully my daughter was fine. Exhale……

I get into nature at every opportunity and feel it’s profound calming.