Okay, I have a couple pieces of advice here.

First, step away from the hones. They aren't doing what you think they are doing.

I'm pretty doubtful at this point that you are honing properly and if that's the case, then 1,000 strokes on a cnat aren't likely to help you.

You should definitely work on steadying your hand first, and learn how to do a good x-stroke.

Second, you have to realize that the 4/8 hone is not a super-agressive hone to be avoided. Both sides are much slower than more agressive waterstones, and diamond plates. The 8k side especially is a slow, polishing stone that will not damage your razor.

Disburden, is right that a few strokes on both sides of the stone will bring you back to shaving sharp. If you are still very worried about damaging your razor on the 4k, then just try 10 strokes on 8k and test shave.

The best plan might be to send your blade to a pro for honing until you are able to consistently produce a suitable lather for shaving.

Michael