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Why is so hard to human-ate? (self.autism)
submitted 2 years ago by A_Chilean_Cyborg to c/autism
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why is so hard to act human? why isn't obvious what you should say or do to be accepted?? :(

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[–] musicworld 4 points 2 years ago (2 children)

We should also bear in mind that not everyone does small talk, autistic or not. There's no shame in being you, if you don't feel like talking, then don't. Awkward silences are only awkward because we make them so. After 40+ years I adore silence, whether there is someone in the room or not, if they want to talk to me go ahead, but I sure as shit aren't going to initiate a conversation unless I am interested in them in some way.

[–] A_Wild_Zeus_Chase 4 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago)

O yea I mean you definitely don’t have to do any of the above. It’s totally normal now to go out and be on your phone the whole time and not interact with anyone in public.

I just meant the above guide for those that want to interact with people, but don’t understand how to do so.