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Autistic-ally

Hi all, 

I'm currently in therapy, trying to help me socialise, maybe meet a girlfriend, get my confidence back. 

my task for the week before next weeks session is think of something I can do outside of my comfort zone to get to know people. 

i really don't know what to pick, I don't enjoy much with being depressed too. And I can't think of much to do to take back to my therapist. 

Any suggestions? 

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  • I've often been told that a "shared endeavour" is one of the best ways to meet people.

    It means that you are both/all working towards the same goal or collectively producing something and it means that the focus of your interaction is not a full on attempt to engage with other people, the focus is whatever you are doing, but instead working / learning side by side.

    I tried loads of things like: French classes; beginners fencing; amateur choir, donkey sanctuary, sailing club...  (don't get me wrong - loads of time it was a bust!)

    Are you into any type of arts or music? Or environment (beach clean / woodland volounteering)?

    The main thing is that there are some other people and the focus is about what you are all doing (also you can totally dodge pointless small talk ....)

  • in reply to JJ

    Hello! 

    Yes, the thought is to do something like that. I like history, but not sure yet that there's much scope for Titanic related groups in my area (there's always hope though)! 

    It also comes down to depression and lack of motivation, once I finish work/uni, I just want to sleep as much as possible and can never get the energy to do something for my self. 

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  • in reply to JJ

    Hello! 

    Yes, the thought is to do something like that. I like history, but not sure yet that there's much scope for Titanic related groups in my area (there's always hope though)! 

    It also comes down to depression and lack of motivation, once I finish work/uni, I just want to sleep as much as possible and can never get the energy to do something for my self. 

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