That's the spirit!
And as you do gain in confidence and interact with others more and more (as opposed to just walking through a mall not talking to anyone for example), eventually the people you meet will know all about you, especially when you see them more than once and become friends. I can't think of anything more honest than accepting yourself for who you are, no matter where it is along the continuum. Others appreciate the honesty as well and there are many people out there who will applaud you for having the courage to be yourself.