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This is a nice, interesting piece, without a doubt one filled with a plethora of experienced emotions.
The idea of a reserved personality is intriguing to say the least; the shyness that comes with inevitably attracts adversities and difficulties, yet when that very same shyness is conquered, I believe that in the end the lessons learned along the way splendidly season the unveiled love that replaces any lack of confidence that was clogging one's heart up.
The last line summarises the whole experience greatly, for it is outside of our comfort zones where life truly begins!
Thank you for sharing!
Keep up the good work.
Luka.