People seemed genuinely confused and I responded- apparently this was the Incorrect Move. Resetting "Days Since Last Social Blunder" counter to zero.
But at least someone explained to me why I came across poorly? Even if they were condescending about it? Better than no explanation lmao 😎👉👉
Due to overwhelm and OCD related doubts, I have a hard time connecting socially long term. Autism, ADHD, and (in remission ✨) cPTSD doesn't help.
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I get overwhelmed, then I have a hard time reaching back out to people after I've cut myself off due to said overwhelm
, and have a hard time trying to make new friends or message people back online because I know I will repeat this pattern. Texting is unnecessarily difficult for me 😖 (part of it is also not knowing how long the conversation is going to be + switching back and forth between texting and other tasks- part of that is definitely my other diagnoses, but I haven't attacked this through an OCD lens yet)
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Anyone have any tips? I tried my best to keep it brief to adhere to Rule 1, but I can provide more detail if need be.
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Thank you!!!