Is this a thing, like are most thiefs not interested in selling the hardware?

To answer the question: Id be pretty fckd i guess. Passwords are gated behind a password manager but my E-Mail would be exposed.

Somewhat true. After six weeks you will get paid by the health insurance (around 70% of your paycheck).

Germany 30 days

I would recommend taking only a certain amount of time per day on news AND social media, like maybe half an hour after work.

Pretending that salary depends on supply and demand is just plain wrong

I think one way is writing more comments. If people (can) engage with you it does not feel as empty. Sometimes however it feels stupid to be the only commenter.