I agree with Gladia8tor.

Too much crying about difficulty.

Slow down. Get that troll armor upgraded. Upgrade that finewood bow. Sneak more.
Keep an eye on your hunger. Save your Stamina (STOP SPRINTING EVERYWHERE). Keep that poison resist potion up in the swamp.

Know when to stay and fight. Know when to run.

I'm an old man. What I lack in response time I make up for in patience and knowledge of the game.

If anything, this game desperately needs a hardcore mode.

It certainly doesn't need to be made easier.