u/ClashingPekka22

so i'm trying to launch my first product and sourcing is honestly the most overwhelming part. a friend who does ecommerce told me to check out this platform but i have no idea how to navigate it or where to start

How do you find the right supplier without getting scammed? Do you just message a bunch of them and see who responds? Is there a way to tell who's actually a manufacturer vs a trading company? any help from people who've done this before would mean a lot

Been experimenting with image-to-video in Filmora using Seedance 2.0 with reference images instead of text-only prompts. Honestly getting WAY more predictable results that way. Especially for keeping facial structure or outfit details consistent between shots. Text-only generations still feel kinda random sometimes ngl.

Over time, I've noticed that stress doesn't just stay in my head; it also shows up in my body. For me, it's usually tight shoulders, a tense neck, and sometimes just feeling tired even when I haven't done much.

It's interesting to me how different people feel stress in their bodies, or if some people only feel it mentally.

I'm interested to know if other people notice clear physical signs when they're stressed, or if it's more subtle for you.

this has been the most stressful part of trying to build a product business for me. every time i think i've found a good supplier something feels off, either they go quiet after a few messages, the sample quality is nothing like the photos or the pricing changes the moment i ask for a proper quote.

i've talked to a few people who seem to have cracked this and they all have slightly different approaches. some use agents, some go direct, some swear by certain platforms and others say platforms are a waste of time altogether.

what actually worked for you when you were starting out? how do you figure out who's worth dealing with before you've lost money finding out the hard way

this has been the most stressful part of trying to build a product business for me. every time i think i've found a good supplier something feels off, either they go quiet after a few messages, the sample quality is nothing like the photos or the pricing changes the moment i ask for a proper quote.

i've talked to a few people who seem to have cracked this and they all have slightly different approaches. some use agents, some go direct, some swear by certain platforms and others say platforms are a waste of time altogether.

what actually worked for you when you were starting out? how do you figure out who's worth dealing with before you've lost money finding out the hard way

A lot of self-care habits sound good in theory, but for me, most of them only last a few weeks. I start things with good intentions, but then life gets in the way and they fade away.

I'm interested in what people here have been able to stick with for a long time. Not just things you tried once, but habits that really became a part of your daily life.

It could be anything, not just things that have to do with spas. I care more about what actually works in real life than what would be perfect.

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I've had massages and other similar treatments a few times over the years, and right after, I always feel better physically, with less stress and more relaxation.

But I'm not sure if people really feel any long-term effects from it. For example, does it really lower stress levels over time or help with sleep and posture, or is it mostly just a short reset that goes away after a day or two?

I've heard different things. Some people think it's necessary for dealing with stress, while others see it as a treat. I'm interested in what people here think based on what they've actually done, not just what they think.

Silicon valley based nurse here and the irony of being in a tech hub but still having to sit in a classroom all day for CPR certification is not lost on me. my PALS is coming up for renewal and i am hoping there are more modern options in san jose now. specifically need something that produces an actual AHA card since my employer is strict about the certification body. any recommendations from people who have done this recently in san jose?