Hi Brometheus, there's nothing wrong with being quiet and shy. That is who you are. I used to be painfully shy myself and I took a job as a teller to try to break out of my shell but I never felt comfortable in the job. I should have been more accepting of myself and found a job more suited for my personality. Heard these words of wisdom on the TV show "Frasier"--"If that shoe don't fit then that ain't your shoe" If you continue to do what comes naturally, as long you are not hurting anyone, you will have a better chance of one day meeting the friends or girl who will love the true you. All the best