For many Autistic people social situations are daunting, overwhelming, unpredictable, and if they are already having a difficult day adding this in can make functioning in social situations even more difficult.
This social interaction for an Autistic person could take so much energy, it’s hard to maintain social interaction for many Autistics. This can lead to meltdowns and over a period of time, trying to keep up with social demands causes Autistic burnout.
Many neurotypicals(non Autistic people) don’t even consider this. It’s not even a factor in their social situations.
Please consider when you are in social situations with Autistics, just how difficult this might be for them.
Be kind and helpful.
Thank you
Sometimes people will say to Autistics you are doing that the wrong way! Or follow me this is how it is done!
Be yourself do what feels right for you and do what you want to do, even if it’s totally different to everyone else.
Fine your own flow and go for it! 🐠🌊🌊