u/Inevitable-Gap1210

After graduating, I managed to find a full time job. Now, I’ve realized that I need to build a side hustle that can generate additional cash flow before I move into investing.
E-commerce, particularly dropshipping, seems like one of the most accessible options since fulfillment can be outsourced, but I honestly have no idea where to start.
I’ve watched quite a few YouTube videos and tutorials, but I keep hearing that most e-commerce YouTubers are scammers or are mainly trying to sell courses. Still, I believe there must be people who genuinely helped others, even if it was just through one useful piece of advice or a specific part of their journey.

If you’ve actually tried dropshipping or e-commerce and have some experience, I’d really appreciate any advice on where to start, what resources helped you, and what mistakes I should avoid. I’m not looking for a get-rich-quick scheme. I just want to build a real side hustle that can eventually generate meaningful cash flow.

After graduating, I managed to find a full time job. Now, I’ve realized that I need to build a side hustle that can generate additional cash flow before I move into investing.
E-commerce, particularly dropshipping, seems like one of the most accessible options since fulfillment can be outsourced, but I honestly have no idea where to start.
I’ve watched quite a few YouTube videos and tutorials, but I keep hearing that most e-commerce YouTubers are scammers or are mainly trying to sell courses. Still, I believe there must be people who genuinely helped others, even if it was just through one useful piece of advice or a specific part of their journey.

If you’ve actually tried dropshipping or e-commerce and have some experience, I’d really appreciate any advice on where to start, what resources helped you, and what mistakes I should avoid. I’m not looking for a get-rich-quick scheme. I just want to build a real side hustle that can eventually generate meaningful cash flow.

Hey guys, I’m a male and I’ve been dealing with hyperpigmentation around my intimate areas, including my butt crack, and it’s something I’m pretty insecure about.
I’m thinking of seeing a dermatologist, and I actually contacted a female dermatologist who said she does consultations for this. But honestly, I feel really awkward and scared of being judged 😭
For the guys here: have you ever gone to a dermatologist for intimate-area pigmentation, acne, ingrown hairs, etc.? What was your experience like?
Also, if you know any clinics/dermatologists that are comfortable treating men gays for aesthetic concerns, I’d really appreciate recommendations.

I know it’s literally their job, but I could use some reassurance before I actually book the appointment 😭

Hi guys, has anyone here dealt with BDD before? I’m starting to wonder if I might have it, and honestly I don’t know what to do anymore.
I’m extremely obsessed with the way I look. I can spend basically the whole day thinking about my face, my features, my body, my skin, my hair, etc. I constantly compare myself to other guys, especially when I see someone I consider really attractive. Sometimes I’ll literally put their picture next to mine and compare our features, and if I feel like they’re more attractive than me, it can completely ruin my mood for days.
The weirdest part is that I actually get hit on and complimented quite often. People tell me I’m attractive, handsome, etc., but my brain just \*\*cannot process or believe it\*\*. I automatically assume they’re lying or just saying it out of courtesy, even when there doesn’t seem to be any reason for them to lie.
I also constantly check myself in mirrors/cameras, ask my siblings how I look in pictures, compare myself with other people, and think about things I could change. I have a whole list of treatments/procedures I want to do because I genuinely believe that once I fix everything, I’ll finally be satisfied with how I look.
I’m especially triggered when my boyfriend finds another guy attractive. I immediately start comparing myself to him and thinking that he’s better-looking than me, and it can make me feel horrible about myself.
Has anyone experienced something similar? If you have BDD, did you ever feel like compliments couldn’t get through to you because you simply didn’t believe them? And what actually helped you get out of this cycle?

Hi guys, has anyone here dealt with BDD before? I’m starting to wonder if I might have it, and honestly I don’t know what to do anymore.
I’m extremely obsessed with the way I look. I can spend basically the whole day thinking about my face, my features, my body, my skin, my hair, etc. I constantly compare myself to other guys, especially when I see someone I consider really attractive. Sometimes I’ll literally put their picture next to mine and compare our features, and if I feel like they’re more attractive than me, it can completely ruin my mood for days.
The weirdest part is that I actually get hit on and complimented quite often. People tell me I’m attractive, handsome, etc., but my brain just **cannot process or believe it**. I automatically assume they’re lying or just saying it out of courtesy, even when there doesn’t seem to be any reason for them to lie.
I also constantly check myself in mirrors/cameras, ask my siblings how I look in pictures, compare myself with other people, and think about things I could change. I have a whole list of treatments/procedures I want to do because I genuinely believe that once I fix everything, I’ll finally be satisfied with how I look.
I’m especially triggered when my boyfriend finds another guy attractive. I immediately start comparing myself to him and thinking that he’s better-looking than me, and it can make me feel horrible about myself.
Has anyone experienced something similar? If you have BDD, did you ever feel like compliments couldn’t get through to you because you simply didn’t believe them? And what actually helped you get out of this cycle?

I'm just gonna say it because I've never talked about this out loud and I figure Reddit is the place.

I'm a 23 year old guy. I used to be overweight when I was younger and now I'm in much better shape — but I have pretty dark hyperpigmentation on my bu**, around my an**, and on my pe**s (the shaft and base area). It's significantly darker than the rest of my skin. I know it's from friction and hormonal stuff during the years I was heavier, and I know it's common, but knowing that doesn't make me less insecure about it.

I've been researching treatments and I keep seeing:
- Q-switched / pico laser
- Dermamelan Intimate (a depigmenting peel system)
- Chemical peels

A few questions I genuinely can't find good answers to:

Has any guy here actually done a treatment on intimate areas? Like, did you just walk into a dermatologist and say it out loud? I'm dreading that conversation more than the treatment itself.
Do doctors actually see this often or will they look at me weird?Especially as a guy I feel like this is seen as a "women's thing" and I'll get judged for wanting to treat it.
Which treatment actually works best for this?** Not asking for medical advice, just personal experiences what got you results?

I know I'm overthinking the embarrassment part but I genuinely can't bring myself to book the appointment. Any guys who've been through this, please tell me how you got over it. And honestly anyone with experience on the treatments, I'll take all the info I can get.

Throwaway obviously lol.