This document discusses confidence and shyness. It begins by asking who seems more confident between two people, Maria and Abigail. While Maria appears outwardly confident, one cannot judge confidence by appearances alone. Sometimes those who seem shy are actually very confident inside. The document explores how some people act confident to hide insecurities, while others who seem shy may have strong inner confidence. It shares perspectives from Maria and Abigail, where Maria feels she must act popular but it is just an act, and Abigail is confident with family but prefers to blend in at school to avoid judgment. In the end, the document concludes the most important thing is to be yourself, whether that means