Your first name of Hardesty gives you self-assurance, independence, and confidence. You work best as your own boss as you are self-motivated and decisive, and resentful of someone telling you what to do. As you are not demonstrative of your feelings, others know they can lean on you for support and protection. You love to challenge the concepts of others, developing your own ideas and pioneering new lines of thought. You have depth of mind and the ability to concentrate and to follow a line of thought to a logical conclusion. Even though you do not tolerate interference in your affairs, you are not shy about pointing out to others what they should do differently. A need for independence would have you wanting to branch out on your own at an early age to become master of your own destiny. Because you value friendships you do not hesitate to come to the aid of someone in need; however, your assistance is usually accompanied with words of advice. Also, there could be a tendency for your peace of mind to be disturbed because of worry. Although you are good-natured and never intend offence, still your blunt, direct, and candid manner of expression strains friendships; your honesty and sincerity earn respect from others.