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Hi  and welcome 

I understand what you mean about the group setting being mixed support needs. The group I attend is like this but I’m just glad there is a group I am able to join in my area.

I must admit I did have reservations when I first joined I did think I didn’t belong there but as I have got to know people more it’s the most relaxed I’ve ever been in a social setting.  Everyone is different but underneath all the differences there seems to be a feeling of authenticity and shared understanding, which I haven’t found anywhere else.

I realised a few days ago that I’ve never had a friend, I think this may be quite common amongst people with autism but it doesn’t mean we don’t want connection and given time I think it could be easier to maintain a friendship with someone who gets it.

Wishing you well

Hi  and welcome 

I understand what you mean about the group setting being mixed support needs. The group I attend is like this but I’m just glad there is a group I am able to join in my area.

I must admit I did have reservations when I first joined I did think I didn’t belong there but as I have got to know people more it’s the most relaxed I’ve ever been in a social setting.  Everyone is different but underneath all the differences there seems to be a feeling of authenticity and shared understanding, which I haven’t found anywhere else.

I realised a few days ago that I’ve never had a friend, I think this may be quite common amongst people with autism but it doesn’t mean we don’t want connection and given time I think it could be easier to maintain a friendship with someone who gets it.

Wishing you well

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