It’s fair to say many autistic people have low IRL socialization needs. In my experience with friendships, I did a lot of stuff neurotypicals usually enjoy doing with their friends just because I was masking. I went to a lot of bars, parties, and concerts without having the faintest idea why I would need a 3-day rest period afterward. But now that I know I’m autistic, I get the chance to navigate friendships in my way.
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https://therefreshbutton.substack.com/p/you-may-not-need-more-friends