I’m really new to LN. I’m trying to understand if a scenario where I open channels with local LN payment specialists would be beneficial, to me as user and for the network.

Direct channels to shop allow for budgeting, on chain transaction would be like recharging a loyalty debit card. The flow is unidirectional.

With a payment specialist, would my incoming transactions (payments for my services) help balance the channel, provided the payment specialist does his job well and connects well locally and internationally?