Hi
I have an autistic mate who thinks he is always boring, morose, monotonous and would like to seem more joyful and interesting to other people. I and my partner don't find him boring at all (and keep telling him this) and he often has lots to say when he feels in comfortable company. In other group situations, he shuts down as he is rarely sure where to chip in. He seems to measure himself against people who have more to say, easily say it, capture people's attention, and don't have a monotone voice. (I have heard voices much more monotonous than his, including amongst NTs)
Any thoughts on how to approach this with him?
Thanks