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How are you in social situation?

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭

Jas loves parties and being at mencap/charity and socializing(he non verbal though) but mencap is closed for the holidays

Just seen him love life and grown in so many ways(personality)

August 8 (edited)
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A MyAutismTeam Member

@A MyAutismTeam Member has it always been this way for you? I've always been the opposite: a social butterfly. I've never been shy, even as a little kid. When I was 9 I was on a kick where I'd ask EVERYONE their shoe size, lol! 🤣 While there has sometimes been a disconnect socially (I remember being in elementary school and not always "clicking" with the other kids and getting weird looks), I've never hesitated to interact. When I started working at McDonald's at 17, I opened up even more! I love working in human services now 🙂

August 9
A MyAutismTeam Member

@A MyAutismTeam Member hi friend yes I always struggled being around people as kid always only had 1 friend at a time than they would eventually stop being friend n I would play alone but I was perfect fine climbing trees etc alone. My stomach ever since very little has had nausea anytime around people kinda why I don't like people probably cuz they make me feel sick. I'm not social at all I'm very introverted. I believe ash is same way, she doesn't know how even play with kids but I think if she could let's just say, she probably still be by herself. I don't like talking to people either that's when was like 18 I found mmo video games it was my real only way I could interact with people while playing games. Same with on here I do good talking u my friends on here but if it were like in person, I would of been long gone long time ago lol 😂
Thanks for being my friend! ♥️

August 10 (edited)
A MyAutismTeam Member

Ash likes be by herself, plays alone and how she is in social situations. I struggle in social situations I get very high nausea and it drains me. If I could I would stay home every day, but I force myself to take Ash out to her places she likes going to.

August 9
MyAutismTeam

It sounds like Jas is absolutely thriving — what a joy to witness! 🎉 Watching someone grow in personality and find genuine happiness in social settings is one of the most heartwarming things.

It's actually really common for autistic individuals, even those who are non-verbal, to flourish in structured, supportive social Show Full Answer

It sounds like Jas is absolutely thriving — what a joy to witness! 🎉 Watching someone grow in personality and find genuine happiness in social settings is one of the most heartwarming things.

It's actually really common for autistic individuals, even those who are non-verbal, to flourish in structured, supportive social environments like community groups and charity settings. Those spaces offer routine and familiarity, which can make socializing feel safe and fun. The holiday closure can feel like a real gap, but here are some ways to help keep that social spark alive while Mencap is closed:

- Recreate familiar activities at home — familiar games, music, or routines from his usual setting
- Family gatherings — even small ones can offer social stimulation in a comfortable environment
- Sensory-friendly outings — quiet parks, familiar shops, or low-key events
- Video or visual content — things that connect to his interests can keep him engaged

A MyAutismTeam member shared something similar — noticing their child blossom socially and grow in ways they never expected, which brought them enormous hope and pride.

The growth you're seeing in Jas is real and meaningful. The holidays are just a small pause — his progress isn't going anywhere! 💛

August 8

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