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I've just used an analogy of having small children to describe a friend

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Flatheads · 23/09/2024 16:55

I think he's a good man, but he is a bit love him or loathe him and I understand why people might find him annoying. He lacks social skills and talks too much, especially about his main interest, but I find him honest and open, in a way lots of people aren't and I can say oh do shut up, when necessary and conversation is never a struggle 🤣

We were in a restaurant with a few other friends. There were a group of people at the next table, who from their dress, share our main interest. He went to talk to them, a lot.

They seemed to be enjoying the interaction, but all of us on our table were aware we shouldn't take advantage for too long. Like when strangers are seemingly enjoying an interaction with your young children, but you know you mustn't let it go on too long.

Do you have childlike friends?

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pinkyredrose · 23/09/2024 16:57

Do you have childlike friends?

I think that's me! I struggle with knowing the right things to say and when.

Daleksatemyshed · 23/09/2024 18:56

Someone at work is very like this- he's ND (ASD) and he'll come and chat, which is fine, but he never knows when he's overstayed his welcome- he doesn't notice how busy you are or that you're trying to end the chat. I find saying straight out, sorry, got to get on, works best.

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