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Under the jaundiced streetlights of a narrow lane in the Hoàn Kiếm district of Hanoi, the night had grown late. Emma Catherine Harris—now forty-five and having lived in Vietnam for three years—sat huddled on an old sofa in her small third-floor flat. October drizzle pattered against the windowpanes, droplets pooling into long streaks like relentless tears. The sound of the rain mingled with the rhythmic ticking of an antique wall clock, creating a melancholy cadence that mirrored the weary beat of her own heart. The blue light from her laptop screen reflected off her sallow, exhausted face, even though the clock had already struck 2:00 AM. She let out a heavy sigh that echoed through the empty rooms—once filled with soft jazz from an old speaker and the warm laughter of her mother, who had passed away four years ago from breast cancer. On her desk, an old photograph caught her eye: Emma and her mother embracing by the River Thames, her mother’s radiant smile under the London summer sun sparking a fragile hope that life still held beautiful memories worth clinging to, even if they were now but fading shadows in her mind.
Four years ago, while still in London, losing her mother was the greatest shock of Emma’s life. Her mother had been a formidable woman, a retired nurse who spent her life caring for others, always reminding her: “A woman must care for herself before anyone else, my dear.” Those words were once Emma’s North Star, but after the funeral, they became a source of unceasing heartache. Emma remembered that fateful day vividly: St Thomas’ Hospital in London, the pungent smell of disinfectant, the weakening beep-beep of the heart monitor. She had gripped her mother’s hand, tears streaming, whispering: “Mum, I’m not ready to lose you.” But she passed, leaving a vast void. Emma threw herself into graphic design as a way to outrun the pain: sitting for hours before the screen, drawing projects until the small hours, skipping meals, and forgetting friends’ birthdays. Guilt surged—why hadn’t she spent more time with her? Why hadn’t she noticed her mother was fading? Those questions haunted her every night, making sleep a luxury she couldn’t afford.
Then the COVID-19 pandemic struck like a gale, sweeping everything away. Clients dwindled, income plummeted, and Emma was forced to cut costs, selling off possessions—from her mother’s old piano to her own paintings. The sense of loss compounded: she lost her mother, her financial stability, and her faith in life. Emma gradually isolated herself, refusing coffee invitations from Lily—her best friend in Camden, a primary school teacher who tried desperately to pull her out of her shell. “Emma, you can’t go on like this,” Lily would say over the phone. “You need to get out, see people. Your mum wouldn’t want to see you entombed like this.” But Emma remained silent, hung up, and sank deeper into the cocoon of loneliness. Her brother David in Edinburgh called weekly, his voice heavy: “Emma, you’re self-destructing. I know losing Mum hurts, but you have to live.” David, a software engineer who had also witnessed their mother’s battle with cancer, tried to advise her, but Emma felt his words were too academic: “You don’t understand, David. I’m not just sad; I feel half-dead.”
Seven years prior, while her mother was still healthy, Emma had burnt out on a massive project at a Soho design firm. She worked tirelessly to prove her worth in a male-dominated environment where middle-aged women were often sidelined due to ageist and gendered prejudices. Post-Brexit British society exacerbated this with high inflation and rising unemployment; according to the Office for National Statistics, over 20% of freelance women like Emma faced financial hardship alongside the societal pressure to maintain an “independent” exterior. Bad habits took root: skipping breakfast, replacing meals with coffee, zero exercise, and social withdrawal—sitting stationary with her computer and a cold cup of herbal tea. She remembered sleepless nights, eyes blurred by the screen’s blue light, head spinning with deadlines and the vague fear that life was slipping through her fingers.
When she moved to Hanoi to freelance for an international agency, Emma hoped the fresh atmosphere and the bustle of Vietnamese streets would help her forget the pain. But it worsened. Her circadian rhythm was completely shattered: the seven-hour time difference meant working with British clients kept her up late by London time, then waking early by Vietnam time for local meetings. The blue light from her laptop and phone suppressed her melatonin until the small hours, leaving her tossing and turning as she listened to motorbikes zip through the night streets. She often woke mid-sleep, heart racing, mind reeling with invisible anxieties: “What happens if I never sleep? What will happen to my work? Will I be lonely forever?” By day, she was irritable with colleagues, her eyes sunken with dark circles, her hair falling out in clumps under the cold shower, her skin sallow under the neon lights of roadside cafes. She gained nearly 8kg from late-night snacking—packets of spicy crisps or bowls of late-night phở—and a lack of movement, her body feeling as heavy as the weight of her past. Chronic insomnia had become a silent companion, making her feel like a hollow shell, a soul lost in a foreign city.
Post-pandemic British society further intensified this; according to the Mental Health Foundation, over 35% of middle-aged women in London reported increased depression and anxiety due to bereavement and economic pressure. Emma was part of that group, and in Vietnam, she faced a flexible but harsh work culture where blurred hours further disrupted her body clock. She once confided in a new friend in Hanoi, Minh—a university lecturer: “Minh, I can’t sleep. By day, I’m too tired to even think.” Minh worried: “You should try Vietnamese herbal teas, or see a doctor. Don’t let it go on.” Emma only gave a sad smile: “I’ve tried, but no one understands this pain.”
Emma tried to find help with all her remaining strength. She downloaded Headspace, listened to mental health podcasts from the UK, and tried free yoga on YouTube. But it all lacked a real connection—soulless AI voices and generic advice failed to touch the grief of losing a mother and the pressure of cross-timezone work. She often wept alone in the bathroom, hot water mingling with tears: “Why can’t I sleep? Mum, I miss you so much.” She tried blue-light-blocking glasses from Shopee, but the habit of scrolling late into the night persisted. Her old colleague Sophie messaged from Soho: “Emma, come back to London. The NHS has support.” But Emma replied: “I’m not ready, Sophie. I’m afraid of the memories.”
One pouring evening, while scrolling through Instagram—a bad habit where blue light further strained her eyes—Emma saw a story from an old London friend who had shared her journey of overcoming post-divorce insomnia. The story linked to StrongBody AI: “A platform connecting with real experts, not chatbots. I improved my sleep through them, drug-free.” Emma clicked, her heart racing with a flicker of hope. Registering a “Buyer” account took minutes. She selected: sleep health, circadian rhythm restoration, and non-pharmacological consultation. The system suggested Dr Marcus Hale, a Sleep Medicine specialist from the UK practicing remotely. Marcus’s profile was authentic: a degree from the University of London, over 15 years of experience in chronic insomnia and circadian disorders, accompanied by a video introduction with a warm voice and empathetic eyes that made Emma feel she was talking to an old friend.
During the first consultation via B-Messenger, Emma recorded her voice, trembling with emotion: “I… I haven’t slept properly for two years. I stay up for work, then lie awake because of the blue light. I miss my mother so much, and everything feels like it’s collapsing.” Marcus replied immediately, his voice as warm as a distant hug: “Emma, I understand. Chronic insomnia isn’t just about lack of sleep; it’s a broken rhythm of life. Your grief is a major part of this. I don’t promise you 8 hours immediately, but we will rebuild step-by-step, without medication. Tell me about your typical day.” They spoke for over two hours. Emma wept as she recounted her mother, the sleepless nights in London, and her loneliness in Hanoi. Marcus listened holistically: the cross-timezone schedule, the late-night phone habits, the work stress, and the bereavement. Emma felt a distinct difference: StrongBody AI was not an automated app, but a genuine bridge between human and expert, a place where she could cry without judgment. The simple interface, personalised sleep logs, and flexible plans built trust, even if the translation feature occasionally faltered when she mixed in Vietnamese phrases.
The journey began with small but emotional changes. Marcus advised turning off screens at least 90 minutes before bedtime, using Night Mode on all devices, and wearing blue-light glasses for late work. “It will be hard at first, but think of your mum—she wanted you to be healthy,” Marcus said, moving Emma deeply. She bought thicker blackout curtains, used a white noise machine to drown out the Hanoi traffic, and started a fixed sleep schedule: 11 PM to 6 AM, even on weekends. Each night, she sat with her grey notebook, logging her feelings: “I miss Mum today, but I will sleep for her.” Sleepless nights still came, but Marcus sent voice messages: “If you wake at 3 AM, lie still, place your hand on your belly, and try the 4-7-8 breathing I sent. I am here, Emma. You aren’t alone.”
The path was not easy. One week, a rush deadline from a British client kept her up until 4 AM, leaving her haunted by blue light until dawn. She messaged Marcus at midnight, her voice shaking: “I’ve failed again. I’m so tired. I’m afraid I’ll never sleep again.” Marcus replied quickly despite the time difference: “Failure isn’t the end; it’s data. Your rhythm is adapting to a new timezone and life in Vietnam. Today, just rest and forgive yourself. Tomorrow, we adjust the plan and add some meditation.” Emma wept as she listened, his words like a small fire warming her cold heart.
A meaningful event occurred in the second month. Marcus suggested Emma walk around Hoàn Kiếm Lake in the morning to use natural light to anchor her circadian rhythm. She woke early and stepped out; the scent of morning phở and the sound of birds mingled with motorbikes. Initially, her tired body protested, but gradually she felt a shift: her daytime energy rose, and evening sleep became easier. But then a sudden downpour caught her mid-walk, drenching her. Emma broke down, sobbing: “I can’t do this anymore.” She called Lily, her voice cracking: “Lily, I’m too weak.” Lily encouraged her: “You’re trying, Emma. StrongBody AI and your specialist are support, but the effort comes from you.” That event made Emma realise Marcus was the catalyst, but the drive was hers. She began journalling more victories: “Turned off screens early, slept 5 hours—progress.”
In the third month, a crisis pushed her to the brink. She woke mid-night with a violent headache, a racing heart, and trembling hands—a panic attack brought on by accumulated exhaustion and stress. Terrified, she nearly dialled 115. Remembering Marcus, she opened StrongBody AI: “I’m so scared, my heart is racing!” Just 7 minutes later, Marcus called: “Emma, breathe with me. In for 4, hold for 4, out for 6. I’m here. You aren’t alone. Think of your mum; she was strong, and so are you.” His calm voice guided her through the panic. He later advised a check-up at Bạch Mai Hospital, providing a list of questions for the doctor. It turned out to be a mix of stress, chronic sleep debt, and mid-life hormonal fluctuations. Marcus adjusted the plan: magnesium-rich foods (walnuts, bananas—easy to find in Vietnamese markets), short evening meditations, and introduced her to a virtual support group of British and Vietnamese women. Emma wept after the call, but this time with relief: “Thank you, I was so afraid.”
In the support group, Emma met Lan, a forty-two-year-old in Saigon also struggling with remote work. Lan shared: “I thought insomnia was my fate, but when I started shutting down screens early, I realised my body could repair itself. What about you, Emma?” Emma replied: “I’m learning to forgive myself. Losing Mum hurt, but now I sleep to keep living for her.” That dialogue expanded her network, making her feel less alone in the bustling city.
By the fourth month, Emma attended a sleep health webinar hosted by Marcus on StrongBody AI. She learned to balance her rhythm with natural light and diet. She trialled a new schedule: laptop off at 9 PM, early dinner with spinach and bananas. The fresh scent from the market excited her. She finished her first project on the new schedule and messaged Marcus: “I slept 6 hours!” Marcus praised her: “Emma, you’re doing brilliantly. Your effort is the key.” When her laptop broke due to Hanoi’s humidity, she didn’t spiral. She borrowed Minh’s computer and adjusted her plan instead of quitting. StrongBody AI had given her the confidence to care for herself.
Gradually, change arrived like a slow but certain miracle. Emma’s skin brightened, her hair stopped thinning, and her dark circles faded. She was sleeping 6–7 hours a night—a once-impossible dream. She woke with energy to walk the lake, lost 5kg by cutting night snacks, and felt her soul lighten. She laughed more when David called: “Emma, you sound happy.” One Sunday, she hosted a small dinner for Lan, Lily (who flew in from London), Minh, and David (via video call). She made roasted vegetable pasta with Vietnamese spices, the scent of oregano and garlic mingling with the drizzle outside. Lily whispered, teary-eyed: “I’m so proud of you, Emma. You’ve made it.” Lan raised a glass: “To women learning to sleep again, and to live again.” David smiled: “Mum would be so proud.”
After six months, Emma sat by her window as a rare Hanoi sun broke through the mist, warm as a mother’s touch. She opened her notebook and read the first line through tears: “I don’t remember the last time I slept well. I’m so tired.” The last page read: “I am sleeping, truly sleeping—for myself, for Mum, and for my new life here.” She returned to freelancing with high productivity and even started a small studio project, painting murals for a local cafe. Sophie messaged from London: “Emma, you have such fresh energy. Congratulations!” She joined a yoga club in Tao Đàn Park and even went on a date with a British-Vietnamese man; while uncertain, it opened the door to hope.
In a recent session, Marcus said: “We women often put work and others first, but you’ve learned that sleep is a way to honour yourself—and those you love.” Emma smiled, her voice thick with emotion: “Marcus, I thought insomnia and grief would define me forever. But by daring to connect and care for myself proactively, I found myself again. StrongBody AI was the bridge, but I realise this journey was mine, and you were the wonderful companion.”
She looked out the window. The rain had stopped. A small bird perched on the railing and sang a morning greeting. Emma closed her eyes and took a deep breath. In isolation, deep connection and proactive care can save a life—not by erasing pain, but by turning it into the strength to continue, to love, and to be loved.
The journey did not stop there. Emma continued her logs and her groups, knowing insomnia might return during stress, but she now had the tools, the friends, and her mother’s memory to prevail. Life was a continuous flow of rainy nights and sunny mornings, and Emma was now the captain of her own ship. She smiled, opened her laptop, but this time, she closed it early to make room for a peaceful sleep.
Registering a Buyer Account on StrongBody AI
By default, all new registrations are categorised as Buyer accounts. The registration process is as follows:
- Accessing the Platform: Users visit the StrongBody AI website at https://strongbody.ai or any associated link within the StrongBody AI domain.
- Sign-Up Process: Click the “Sign Up” button located in the top-right corner of the landing page. The registration form displayed is set to “Buyer” by default.
- Required Information: Users must provide a valid email address and a password of their choice to register.
- Onboarding & Interests: Immediately after registration and account activation, users will be prompted during their first login to select their areas of interest across StrongBody AI’s various sectors. They will also choose specific expert groups and professional fields they wish to follow.
- Personalised Matching: StrongBody AI utilises these preferences to search for and match users with relevant services and products available on the platform. This bespoke approach ensures a seamless experience for Buyers looking to procure specific services or items.
- Platform Access: Once these selections are finalised, the user can begin browsing information and conducting transactions on the platform.
Automated Matching and Personalised Information
A standout feature of the StrongBody AI platform is its Automated Matching capability:
- Smart Filtering: Once a Buyer provides their interests and preferred expert groups, the system automatically filters and identifies matching services, delivering these directly to the Buyer.
- Email Notifications: Whenever a new service aligning with a Buyer’s interests is published, the system sends an automated email notification, allowing the Buyer to review the details and place an order immediately.
- Optimised Experience: Information displayed on the StrongBody AI website and linked applications is dynamically synchronised with the user’s interests to provide maximum utility and an optimal service experience.
Modern and Convenient Buyer Menu Suite
StrongBody AI provides a dedicated Menu suite for Buyers, designed for easy navigation and efficient management of personal data. After logging in, the following menus appear in the top-right corner:
- My Account: This is the central hub for account management. Buyers can oversee their entire profile, manage transactions and orders (both past and current), view offers from various Sellers, update card and personal details, change login credentials, manage uploaded images, and access platform notifications and messages.
- Purchased Services: Provides quick access to a catalogue of all services the Buyer has ordered.
- Purchased Products: Offers quick access to a list of all products purchased.
- My Request: Allows Buyers to quickly view and track the status of requests they have sent.
- Received Offers: A dedicated area to manage bespoke offers received from experts (Sellers).
Placing Orders and Sending Requests
The Service Ordering Process
Once logged in, Buyers can browse products, services, experts, and information resources via the Top Navigation Menu, Bottom Menu, and on-site content:
- Browsing Services: Services posted by experts (Sellers/Providers/Experts) are displayed on the Service page. Users can browse by category or view individual service details. A search filter on the left-hand menu allows for refined searching based on specific needs.
- Service Details: Each listing includes a comprehensive description, illustrations, pricing, and information about the Seller. Details cover the scope of work, technical methods applied, the project roadmap, and the Seller’s quality commitments. Buyers can click on the Seller’s name to view their full professional profile.
- Purchasing: To buy a service, the Buyer clicks “Buy Now” on the service detail page. Payment is made upfront and held in StrongBody AI’s intermediary vault (escrow). Upon completion of the purchase, a notification is sent to the Seller’s account and via email to both parties to initiate the transaction process.
Sending a Specific Service Request
A key highlight of StrongBody AI is that Buyers are not restricted to pre-posted services. They can send bespoke requirements:
- Custom Requests: Using the “Send Request” form on a service detail page, a Buyer can request a tailored version of that specific service. The Seller is notified of this private request and can manage it within their Seller dashboard.
Sending a Public Request
StrongBody AI further distinguishes itself by supporting Public Requests:
- Broad Sourcing: If a Buyer cannot find a suitable existing service, they can create a Public Request. This includes selecting a category and describing their specific requirements.
- AI Matching for Requests: The intelligent AI Matching system identifies potential Sellers based on expertise and requirements, forwarding the Public Request to them. The Buyer can then receive multiple offers from different Sellers and choose the one that best fits their needs.
Product Enquiries – Consult Request
Products shared by Sellers on their personal storefronts serve to inform and introduce benefits. StrongBody AI facilitates direct consultation:
- Product Consultation: On any product page, a Buyer can send a consultation request. This opens the Biz Messenger window, allowing the Buyer to send a direct enquiry regarding that specific product.
- Real-Time Exchange: Sellers and Buyers can communicate instantly. While the exchange is facilitated by the platform, the final product delivery is handled directly between the two parties. StrongBody AI ensures transaction confirmation and provides secure payment support via integrated Stripe, PayPal, and Payoneer gateways.
Receiving and Processing Offers
Offer Management: When a Seller sends an offer (for a product, service, or in response to a request), the Buyer receives it instantly. These can be managed via My Account -> Received Offers.
B-Messenger Integration: Uniquely, offers are also displayed directly within the B-Messenger chat window. B-Messenger is not merely a communication tool but a powerful integrated business transaction engine.
Reviewing Offers: Buyers can view full offer details, including the offer name, service/product type, scope of work, timeline, delivery method, agreed terms, and the total cost. Buyers have the option to decline the offer.
Payment & Security: Upon accepting an offer, the Buyer pays via PayPal or Stripe using their saved credentials. The payment process is entirely secure, and funds are held by StrongBody AI as an intermediary.
Fulfilment: The Seller is notified once the offer is funded and commences the work as outlined.
Completion & Release of Funds: Once the work is finished and the Buyer approves the result, they confirm the offer as “Complete.” The payment is then released to the Seller, minus the platform’s transaction fees.
The 15-Day Rule: If the Buyer confirms receipt without complaint, the order is marked as complete, and funds are transferred to the Seller after 15 days.
Dispute Resolution: Should a dispute arise, StrongBody AI provides support to both parties. The platform will mediate based on the original Offer details, chat logs, images, and evidence provided. If a refund or cancellation is agreed upon, the corresponding amount is returned to the Buyer, and the Seller receives only the portion agreed upon by both sides.
Overview of StrongBody AI
StrongBody AI is a platform connecting services and products in the fields of health, proactive health care, and mental health, operating at the official and sole address: https://strongbody.ai. The platform connects real doctors, real pharmacists, and real proactive health care experts (sellers) with users (buyers) worldwide, allowing sellers to provide remote/on-site consultations, online training, sell related products, post blogs to build credibility, and proactively contact potential customers via Active Message. Buyers can send requests, place orders, receive offers, and build personal care teams. The platform automatically matches based on expertise, supports payments via Stripe/Paypal (over 200 countries). With tens of millions of users from the US, UK, EU, Canada, and others, the platform generates thousands of daily requests, helping sellers reach high-income customers and buyers easily find suitable real experts.
Operating Model and Capabilities
Not a scheduling platform
StrongBody AI is where sellers receive requests from buyers, proactively send offers, conduct direct transactions via chat, offer acceptance, and payment. This pioneering feature provides initiative and maximum convenience for both sides, suitable for real-world health care transactions – something no other platform offers.
Not a medical tool / AI
StrongBody AI is a human connection platform, enabling users to connect with real, verified healthcare professionals who hold valid qualifications and proven professional experience from countries around the world.
All consultations and information exchanges take place directly between users and real human experts, via B-Messenger chat or third-party communication tools such as Telegram, Zoom, or phone calls.
StrongBody AI only facilitates connections, payment processing, and comparison tools; it does not interfere in consultation content, professional judgment, medical decisions, or service delivery. All healthcare-related discussions and decisions are made exclusively between users and real licensed professionals.
User Base
StrongBody AI serves tens of millions of members from the US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia, Vietnam, Brazil, India, and many other countries (including extended networks such as Ghana and Kenya). Tens of thousands of new users register daily in buyer and seller roles, forming a global network of real service providers and real users.
Secure Payments
The platform integrates Stripe and PayPal, supporting more than 50 currencies. StrongBody AI does not store card information; all payment data is securely handled by Stripe or PayPal with OTP verification. Sellers can withdraw funds (except currency conversion fees) within 30 minutes to their real bank accounts. Platform fees are 20% for sellers and 10% for buyers (clearly displayed in service pricing).
Limitations of Liability
StrongBody AI acts solely as an intermediary connection platform and does not participate in or take responsibility for consultation content, service or product quality, medical decisions, or agreements made between buyers and sellers.
All consultations, guidance, and healthcare-related decisions are carried out exclusively between buyers and real human professionals. StrongBody AI is not a medical provider and does not guarantee treatment outcomes.
Benefits
For sellers:
Access high-income global customers (US, EU, etc.), increase income without marketing or technical expertise, build a personal brand, monetize spare time, and contribute professional value to global community health as real experts serving real users.
For buyers:
Access a wide selection of reputable real professionals at reasonable costs, avoid long waiting times, easily find suitable experts, benefit from secure payments, and overcome language barriers.
AI Disclaimer
The term “AI” in StrongBody AI refers to the use of artificial intelligence technologies for platform optimization purposes only, including user matching, service recommendations, content support, language translation, and workflow automation.
StrongBody AI does not use artificial intelligence to provide medical diagnosis, medical advice, treatment decisions, or clinical judgment.
Artificial intelligence on the platform does not replace licensed healthcare professionals and does not participate in medical decision-making.
All healthcare-related consultations and decisions are made solely by real human professionals and users.
