Socializing

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I'm feeling very glum lately. despite it being the holidays. I envy other Aspies for so many things, but right now, I envy the aspies who can at least socialize even a little. I rarely socialize and when I do, I can barely even manage a few minutes, nevermind carry on a conversation. (I can speak and have no language delay or speech impediment). I hate going out places in case someone wants to talk to me. But at the same time I wish I was more social and not as anxious about interactions with other people.

I even envy people having trouble with things like work or dating, because they can even somewhat do those things and I cannot.

Whining over.

If u really want to social, just take baby steps at a time. e.g. just saying today's weather, cold/hot. I am sure people can relate. Most of us are full of anxiety and fear when social, just do ignore the emotions. They are not real. Your attempt is not going to hurt anybody, I am sure if you behave politely, nobody would mind a bit awkwardness. Or u can just join a church fellowship to listen to people share. Lots of people are fine just listening. U don't have to talk, to social. Just get comfortable to be in a social setting.