Struggling with Social Anxiety and Masking Due to Autism

I also do prefer online to face to face. Although I agree with the first comment, being unmasked has led to me making much more authentic friendships- I will always prefer written correspondence- even at work I much prefer an email to a teams call. It also means I have a paper trail or what I’ve said and what other people have said.

I feel like this today too. The past couple of days have been extra tough. It’s hard not being frustrated and hating yourself (or the way your brain is wired) sometimes ya know? And days like this are definitely high on the negative self talk for me. You’re definitely not alone in feeling like this, and finding it easier to communicate and feel accepted online. However I do agree with @_kindly.ci_ and think that the people who do stay around, are totally worth it! I also feel like it’s easier to make deeper friendships/relationships with other neurodivergent people! It’s easier to feel safer/secure and authentic with like-minded people. My bestie is ND and I’ve never felt so connected to anyone in my life before (even above fam) it’s hard but there are so many people out there that would love to get to know the real you! ❤️‍🩹