Your first name of Shantell gives you self-assurance, independence, and confidence. Although you do not tolerate interference in your own affairs, this characteristic does not prevent you from interfering in the affairs of others. As you are not demonstrative of your feelings, others know they can lean on you for support and protection. You are usually either telling or showing someone how to do something properly. You love to challenge the concepts of others, developing your own ideas and pioneering new lines of thought. Although you are good natured and never intend offence, nevertheless your strong mindedness and candid manner of expression could put a strain on close relationships. Those who know you best appreciate your loyalty and honesty. You have depth of mind and the ability to concentrate and to follow a line of thought to a logical conclusion. 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. Also, there could be a tendency for your peace of mind to be disturbed because of worry.