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amfy

@amfytamine.bsky.social

сonfidence lvl: selfie with no filter :3

#alt #altgirl #egirl #goth #thighs #pawg #thick #spicysky #nsfw #nsfwsky #RealNSFW #fansly #ass #booty

January 20, 2025 at 5:56 PM

karanormal activity 💜

@deadontheoutside.bsky.social

H EAPS
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S WIFTLY
E NCOMPASS
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S OMETHING
A LWAYS
U NDERMINES
C ONFIDENCE
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June 4, 2025 at 12:52 AM

Angela Dunning

@angeladunning.bsky.social

“The best thing about being authentic is that there is no image to maintain. You will delight some and disturb others, and none of it will concern the truth of your being.” ~ author unknown

#Authenticity #authentic #TrueSelf #Beingreal #persona #ego #integrity #onfidence #selfesteem #personalgrowth

January 10, 2025 at 3:09 PM

Mark Joseph Stern

@mjsdc.bsky.social

An extraordinary and unusual dissent from Justice Jackson in the Diamond Energy case accusing SCOTUS of bias toward big business at the ongoing expense of "less powerful litigants." www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/24p...

Also, I worry that the fuel industry’s gain comes at a reputational cost for this Court, which is already viewed by
many as being overly sympathetic to corporate interests.
See, e.g., A. Liptak, Corporations Find a Friend in the Supreme Court, N. Y. Times, May 4, 2013.6 Some knowledgeable researchers have suggested that this reputation is unfounded.7 But, at this point, that unfortunate perception
—————— 6See also L. Epstein & M. Gulati, A Century of Business in the Supreme Court, 1920–2020, 107 Minn. L. Rev. Headnotes 49, 57 (2022)
(concluding, based on an analysis of all decisions involving business litigants between 1920 and 2020, that the current Court is “significantly
more likely to favor business than . . . any Court era in the last 100 years”
and “is the first Court in the last 100 years that rules in favor of business
more often than not”); A. Feldman, Empirical SCOTUS: The Big Business Court, SCOTUSblog, Aug. 8, 2018, https://www.scotusblog.com/
2018/08/empirical-scotus-the-big-business-court/ (analyzing data from
the 2015 through 2017 Terms, and concluding that the Court “increased
its pro-business momentum”); L. Epstein, W. Landes, & R. Posner, When
It Comes to Business, the Right and Left Sides of the Court Agree, 54
Wash. U. J. L. & Pol’y 33, 43–50 (2017) (concluding, based on an analysis
of all decisions involving business litigants between 1946 and 2015, that
the “Court’s tendency to favor business in unanimous decisions has increased, not decreased, over time”). 7See, e.g., J. Adler, Is the Business of the Court (Still) Business? 713
Annals Am. Acad. Pol. & Soc. Sci. 221, 222 (2025) (citing scholars that

seems pervasive.8 And even the mere “appearance” of favoritism, founded or not, can “undermin[e] confidence in the
integrity of the judiciary.” Williams-Yulee v. Florida Bar,
575 U. S. 433, 454 (2015); cf. Republican Party of Pa. v.
Degraffenreid, 592 U. S. ___, ___ (2021) (slip op., at 9)
(THOMAS, J., dissenting from denial of certiorari) (arguing
that state efforts to prevent voter fraud are important even
“where allegations [of fraud] are incorrect,” because “‘[c]onfidence in the integrity of our electoral process is essential
to the functioning of our participatory democracy’”).
It may be difficult for the public to know exactly what to
make of the Court’s decision to address the fleeting legal
issue presented here. For its part, the Court does not explain why it is so eager to resolve this highly factbound,
soon-to-be-moot dispute. See ante, at 22–23. For some, this
silence will only harden their sense that the Court softens
its certiorari standards when evaluating petitions from
moneyed interests, looking past the jurisdictional defects or
other vehicle problems that would typically doom petitions
from other parties. This Court’s simultaneous aversion to
hearing cases involving the potential vindication of the
——————
have “criticized the ‘probusiness’ characterization of the Roberts court as
a simplistic, insufficiently nuanced, and unhelpful way to characterize or
understand the court’s jurisprudence”). 8 E.g., E. Pollman, The Supreme Court and the Pro-Business Paradox,
135 Harv. L. Rev. 220, 223 (2021) (“Corporations have often pushed for
rights and challenged external rules and regulations that create responsibility, and as the Supreme Court in recent years has appeared to take
a friendly stance toward their claims, it has developed a ‘pro-business’
reputation”); F. Salmon, The Most Pro-Business Supreme Court Ever,
Axios (Aug. 4, 2022);

rights of less powerful litigants—workers, criminal defendants, and the condemned, among others9—will further fortify that impression.
In my view, we should have either denied certiorari outright or held this matter in abeyance pending EPA’s reconsideration of its waiver grant. Barring that, we should have
simply vacated and remanded for the D. C. Circuit to reconsider its ruling on a clarified factual record.

June 20, 2025 at 3:12 PM

Juu

@juubius.bsky.social

THE TRICKY GATO
The f lair
The c onfidence
The co l ors
The ABILITY
Grass types stay winning

October 18, 2024 at 10:15 PM

Darin Metcalf

@beentoaugusta.bsky.social

Zero onfidence in Brown, obviously. Time for Elgersma.

July 31, 2026 at 1:31 AM

Nissim

@nissimss.bsky.social

The story along the lines the WH would prefer: American forces strike hard, Iran reels, the regime collapses internally, seeks a way out, Washington declares victory with the onfidence of a superpower that demonstrated its dominance.

But wars do not end when the first missiles hit their targets....

March 11, 2026 at 11:25 PM

RLMezger

@hummingbird212.bsky.social

Say "no onfidence" to DJT b/c the House, Senate, Cabinet, and SCOTUS all appear to be "MIA!" There is only one remedy. Change the Congress. Vote, campaign, and SEND $$$$ to challengers within striking distance of those who are DOING NOTHING to reign in a mad man.

politicalwire.com/polling-dash...

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Track the 2026 midterms with continuously updated polling averages tracking President Trump's approval rate, the generic congressional ballot and key Senate races.This page now updates hourly.Raw poll...

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September 8, 2026 at 11:22 AM

WenWen

@wenxwen.bsky.social

Hey all! Something I love about cats is that they don’t need external validation from humans. They know they’re thebombdotcom. Definitely can learn a thing or two about cat confidence or cat-onfidence

March 20, 2025 at 12:33 AM

greg60

@greg60.bsky.social

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AFG Intel Wire (@afgintelwire)

AEGIS-7 INTELLIGENCE UPDATE SUBJECT: ICE Shooter Identified in Killing of Renee Nicole Good STATUS: CONFIRMED DTG: 2026-01-08 C ONFIDENCE: A (high) EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Officer Jonathan Ross, an ...

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January 9, 2026 at 8:53 PM

Adam Dierksmeier

@adamdierksmeier.bsky.social

"...(C)onfidence and trust in the political system continue to wane. Forty-three percent of all respondents say they constantly feel marginalized. When this question is put to AfD supporters, that figure jumps to 70%."

Germany: Far-right AfD extends its lead in nationwide polls

In the latest Sunday poll, the AfD continues to pull ahead. And more and more people are against excluding the right-wing populists from decision-making, at least on a case-by-case basis.

www.dw.com

August 8, 2026 at 10:54 AM

Philippa B

@philippabagley.bsky.social

📣 New Podcast! "Overcoming Perfectionism and Embracing Empowerment with Confidence Coach Erin Sum" on @Spreaker #adhd #childhood_experiences #coaching #empowerment #empowerment_retreats #fear #mindset #neurodivergence #onfidence #perfectionism #personal_growth #retreats #self_belief #self_love

Overcoming Perfectionism and Embracing Empowerment with Confidence Coach Erin Sum

In this episode of Journey to Purpose, Erin Sum shares her inspiring journey from being painfully shy to becoming a Transformation and Confidence Coach. She discusses the importance of self-love, overcoming perfectionism, and how childhood experiences shape adult confidence. Erin emphasizes the power of community and support in empowering women and reveals her vision for future retreats focused on personal growth and transformation. takeaways - Erin was once painfully shy but transformed into a confidence coach. - The journey to confidence often involves 'faking it' until it becomes real. - Self-love is crucial for personal transformation and overcoming perfectionism. - Many women struggle with the fear of being seen and judged. - Childhood experiences can significantly impact adult confidence levels. - Erin's coaching focuses on helping women recognize their self-worth. - Community support plays a vital role in empowering women. - Transformation can occur at any age, as seen in Erin's clients. - Erin envisions intimate retreats for personal growth and connection. - Choosing your stress is part of the entrepreneurial journey. Sound Bites - "I was painfully shy." - "We can't win really." - "I love doing retreats." About Erin Summ Erin Summ is an International Confidence Consultant, sought-after speaker, and author of Stand Up and Shine and co-author of Catch Your Star. She hosts transformative events and retreats, empowering women business owners to overcome fear, build confidence, and increase their income. Erin began her own journey from shy to confident in 2008. Once paralyzed by the fear of being seen and heard—even asking a question in school gave her anxiety—she found the courage to pursue a vision bigger than her fears. Her presentations are packed with actionable tools, thought-provoking insights, and inspiring stories. Known for her down-to-earth and uplifting spirit, Erin keeps audiences engaged and wanting more. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and is a Certified Professional Coach through the Institute https://www.facebook.com/erin.summ https://www.instagram.com/erinsummconfidencecoach/?hl=en-gbhttps://www.threads.com/@erinsummconfidencecoach?xmt=AQF0EO9nY-uUEVg0d23kGnIM_7dUolrlZcIM104Wuxxmt_o https://erinsumm.com/ About Philippa Bagley I’m a Professional Speaker and Therapist with a diverse background that includes military service and teaching.Like many people, I grew tired of corporate life and retrained in a range of therapies. Now, I combine my extensive qualifications to assist individuals and organisations in boosting their communication, connection, and confidence. This enables them to make a significant impact on the world.I am passionately committed to mentoring clients, helping them overcome issues related to confidence, anxiety, and trauma, unlocking their potential, achieving their highest goals, and building mental resilience.

www.spreaker.com

July 23, 2025 at 11:30 PM

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@a-tempest.bsky.social

* .. know,
* what's coming .

[ ..Not a question. ]
* ., but you're
* humoring her ?
* .. i can't
* tell.
* if i envy the c onfidence ,
* or pity
* the boldness.

[ ..Again, not judgemental.
. . .
She sounds concerned, if anything, under the exhaustion. ]

July 29, 2026 at 4:24 AM

Target Training Associates

@targettrgassoc.bsky.social

PowerPoint isn’t a shield.
Slides don’t build connection — you do.
Stop hiding behind them, start showing up.
buff.ly/qMnAfAH
#PublicSpeaking #TrainTheTrainer #Confidence onfidence

September 29, 2025 at 6:29 AM

Bernard Hickey

@bernardchickey.bsky.social

90 seconds at 9 am with @BNZBank : NZ$ weak as onfidence flags; Lower Xmas spend seen; Hotchin hurting on NZ$1,000/wk http://bit.ly/ef6qGE

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December 4, 2024 at 9:24 AM

"Let your Boner be your Guiding Key..."

@inky-entropy.bsky.social

I always have plans to incorperate what i learn into the larger canon of my universe though! So itd be helpful to understand birds completely to a point where that onfidence is homogenous with what i already make in under an hr (usually)

May 24, 2025 at 11:56 PM