This post has not been vetted or endorsed by BuzzFeed's editorial staff. BuzzFeed Community is a place where anyone can create a post or quiz. Try making your own!Buzz·Posted on Aug 6, 2013Things Only Shy People Will Understand"Why are you so quiet?"by MayaHarringtonCommunity ContributorLinkFacebookPinterestTwitterMail When people ask why you're so shy, you tend to go like this: Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF Even though you feel like this: Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF People assume you're a bitch/snob just because you don't like to socialize. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF When you were younger, the words "pick a partner" or "present your project to the class" were terrifying. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF But you managed to get through it. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF Sometimes you feel a bit claustrophobic around big crowds of people you've never met. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF "Just don't be shy!" Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF When you have a crush on someone, you flirt with them by using awkward eye contact and creepy stares. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF When you do talk, you can't find the right words to say and immediately make everything awkward. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF You are able to make true friends because they take the time to get to know you. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF When you finally do get comfortable with other people, you become a whole new person. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF You try to become social at times, just to seem "fun" and "happy." Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF Little things like ordering take-out or calling someone one the phone is scary. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF When someone tells you, "Smile! You look so serious all the time." Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF People tell you that you're a great listener, when sometimes you don't care and just can't add to the conversation. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF Introductions are both awkward and embarrassing. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF Sometimes you feel invisible, and that you can't do anything about it. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF But you know you're awesome. Stay amazing, shy ones! Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF