Published on 12, July, 2020
Hello everyone,
As an autsic adult does anyone relate when I say , I feel really comfortable by myself, like my own company but really struggle fitting in and I end up feeling abit isolated.
Does this feel the same for you ?
I'm quite happy spending a significant amount of time on my own. There are plenty of books, TV shows, music, etc to keep me entertained. I also enjoy political and history based podcasts and the familiar voices on them are a form of 'company' for me.
However, I love to spend time with my wife, and with a few close friends. I prefer to socialise in smaller group, when things are planned in advance though, and when I have an escape route if needed. Not a great fan of parties, especially if I only know a few people.
I can do 'small talk' but find it quite taxing. I prefer to have a decent conversation about something interesting with likeminded people.
I ALWAYS drive my own car so I can escape if I want to!! Works great for me too!