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autistic social awkwardness

Autistic social awkwardness impacts many individuals on the autism spectrum.  Here’s how to manage and even master that awkward feeling.

‘Been There Dump That’ Emotional Hurt Mentality Can Be Overcome

Posted on January 30, 2025September 20, 2025 by Connor McClure
‘Been There Dump That’ Emotional Hurt Mentality Can Be Overcome

Everyone has had that “been there dump that” fear of rejection emotion at some time in their life, regardless of their age, gender, or ability. Here’s how to get past it.

Posted In ChallengesTagged In autism challenges, autism discrimination, autistic adult, autistic life, autistic social awkwardness, social issues and autism

Anxiety and Autism: 5 Powerful Strategies to Conquer Emotions

Posted on January 14, 2025September 20, 2025 by Connor McClure
Anxiety and Autism: 5 Powerful Strategies to Conquer Emotions

Having anxiety is difficult for anyone, but it can be especially challenging to have anxiety and autism. After all, the world we live in today is filled with chaos, and figuring out life in an autistic world is especially nerve-wracking.

Posted In ChallengesTagged In autistic life, autistic social awkwardness, social issues and autism

Holiday Survival Guide to Mingling With Family Extended Members

Posted on November 11, 2024September 20, 2025 by Connor McClure
Holiday Survival Guide to Mingling With Family Extended Members

Being with family extended members can be difficult during special occasions, especially for individuals on the spectrum. Here’s how to cope.

Posted In Autism in AdultsTagged In autistic diagnosis, autistic social awkwardness, growing up autistic, social issues and autism

Selective Eating: Ways to Beat the Autism Picky Eater Test

Posted on October 28, 2024September 20, 2025 by Connor McClure
Selective Eating: Ways to Beat the Autism Picky Eater Test

If there weren’t enough challenges already, selective eating commonly occurs with autism and contributes to mealtime stress. Here are 8 tips to help.

Posted In ChallengesTagged In autism behaviors, autistic adult, autistic life, autistic social awkwardness, social issues and autism

The Truth About Autism’s Lack of Empathy Disorder Needs to Be Told

Posted on October 22, 2024September 22, 2025 by Connor McClure
The Truth About Autism’s Lack of Empathy Disorder Needs to Be Told

A myth about autistic individuals is that they have a lack of empathy disorder— the ability to share in feelings of others. This stereotype is inaccurate and hurtful.

Posted In BehaviorsTagged In autism behaviors, autism discrimination, autistic life, autistic social awkwardness, social issues and autism

Eye Contact Avoidance: 8 Best Ways to See Eye to Eye

Posted on September 26, 2024September 22, 2025 by Connor McClure
Eye Contact Avoidance: 8 Best Ways to See Eye to Eye

Eye contact is a form of human connection. But it can be extremely uncomfortable for some autistics, resulting in eye contact avoidance.

Posted In BehaviorsTagged In autism behaviors, autistic life, autistic social awkwardness, social issues and autism

Autism Stigmas: How to Champion Disability Rights

Posted on September 16, 2024September 20, 2025 by Connor McClure
Autism Stigmas: How to Champion Disability Rights

Autism stigmas still persist, despite increased advocacy efforts. Here’s how to champion disability rights in today’s social arena.

Posted In Stigmas and StereotypesTagged In autism discrimination, autistic social awkwardness, social issues and autism

Staring Meaning: Unlocking the Secrets of Intense Gazes

Posted on September 7, 2024September 22, 2025 by Connor McClure
Staring Meaning: Unlocking the Secrets of Intense Gazes

Autistic staring meaning can be simply a different way of sensory processing. Rather than being creepy; it helps make sense of things.

Posted In BehaviorsTagged In autism behaviors, autistic social awkwardness, social issues and autism

Breaking Down Barriers That Challenge Autism and Friendships

Posted on September 3, 2024September 20, 2025 by Connor McClure
Breaking Down Barriers That Challenge Autism and Friendships

Autism and friendships can be a challenge. While people often struggle with finding a friend, connections when on the spectrum can be especially hard.

Posted In ChallengesTagged In autistic adult, autistic life, autistic social awkwardness, growing up autistic, social issues and autism

Ways Awkward Introverts Can Succeed at Talking to Strangers

Posted on July 13, 2024September 22, 2025 by Connor McClure
Ways Awkward Introverts Can Succeed at Talking to Strangers

For many autistics, small talk or talking to strangers can feel tangled and complex. Here’s how to succeed in the art of conversation.

Posted In ChallengesTagged In autistic adult, autistic challenges, autistic social awkwardness, social issues and autism

Socializing and Autism: Being Overly Friendly Is Also A Challenge

Posted on July 7, 2024September 20, 2025 by Connor McClure
Socializing and Autism: Being Overly Friendly Is Also A Challenge

While lack of engagement is a common behavior of autistics, did you know that over socializing or being over friendly is also a problem?

Posted In BehaviorsTagged In autism behaviors, autistic social awkwardness, social issues and autism

Autism and Eye Rolling:  Why It’s Odd, But Perfectly Okay

Posted on June 17, 2024September 20, 2025 by Connor McClure
Autism and Eye Rolling:  Why It’s Odd, But Perfectly Okay

Autism and eye rolling is not a sign of disrespect. Here are 4 common reasons contributing to this “odd” behavior.

Posted In BehaviorsTagged In autism behaviors, autistic social awkwardness, social issues and autism

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