Thank you npub1p2kj6yt8kpgp3dfmttzch79ea3yd5f2yctqrm5mkfy3hz448kmzq4tw0da (npub1p2k…w0da) for this excellent article on small talk - from the neurodivergent perspective.
https://www.alittleofnothing.co.uk/small-talk-is-tcp-handshaking-for-humans/
Indeed, you've pretty much convinced me!!
This part I think I ought to write on a napkin and carry in my bag:
"- Eye contact? Adjusted.
-Tone? Checked.
- Facial expression? Calibrated.
- Volume? Sensible.
- Response time? Natural enough to avoid suspicion.
- Internal panic? Well hidden, hopefully."
#Autistic #AutisticCommunication #Neurodivergent #ActuallyAutistic
