But, I can afford to lose the whole thing tomorrow and still carry on.

This is what everyone needs to be able to do - accept that it can all be lost completely and you will still survive.

I need to feel like I have solid ground.

What I see as great *sine I can't afford to do the house thing for investment at the moment) is crypto is much like real estate due to the ownership of keys, but it also is highly mobile. :)

don't get me wrong. It sure feels good when someone drops a big vote on your post

Yes it does, and also a bit embarrassing! :D