I am not a talkative person, I prefer small groups of close friends over big parties, and you will probably never know what I'm thinking unless I tell you. I am an introvert and that's okay.

I have never been the loudest person in a room or been the first one to raise my hand to speak in a class discussion. When I have a crush on a boy he'll probably never know because I'll probably never talk to him. It's not because I don't want too, I simply have never been the type of girl who can flirt her way into someone's heart, unless I have a lot of liquid courage.

I am often jealous of people who can easily start conversations or walk into a room and leave ten minutes later with six new friends. It takes me at least three days of being around someone to even begin getting comfortable with them.

I do not trust easily, and I can usually tell after a few minutes whether or not I'm going to get along with someone well enough to actually form a legitimate friendship. I don't believe in fake things, especially not relationships. I'd rather have a few close friends who I trust fully than a hundred fake ones who only like me when my back isn't turned.

I also overthink everything. I replay scenes in my head over and over, dissecting every little detail. I wonder what other people think about me or if they even think about me at all. It's hard to remember the shy, quiet girl. I am constantly afraid of being forgotten.

When someone does take the time to break down my walls and get to know the girl under the reserved exterior, I think they're wildly surprised about who's been hiding behind the curtains. If you really know me you'll know that just because my mouth may not constantly be moving doesn't mean my mind isn't in a constant stream of thought. I like to have fun and be adventurous. My favorite way to live life is on the edge. I'm a firm believer that you should try at least one thing a day that scares you because it helps you to grow and shows you what you're capable of.

I'm also very loyal. I may have a short list of friends but I never have to worry about not having someone in a time of need. And even though I'm not a confrontational person I'll be the first to stand up for someone I love. Don't confuse my quietness for being a pushover, I'm a lover not a fighter but that doesn't mean I can't hold my own.

I think the case with many introverts is that there is always more than meets the eye with us. We're just diamonds in the rough waiting for someone to notice the light shining from us. So next time you meet someone who's introverted, take the time to break through our shell. I bet you'll be wonderfully delighted at the person hiding in there.