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I'll try to think some more on that. :) I hate your friend already. :p

Interesting theory, and welcome!

Hmm... I know that people that suffer from autism may have trouble making eye contact. Not saying you suffer from it necessarily. Interesting to know that about you, in any case!

I know what you mean: don't listen to that voice inside your head. But isn't your voice dictated by your gut-feeling? And vice versa? Isn't it a vicious cycle? I think I'm confused on this point. Definitely agree here. I've met some cool people over the past few years. In particular, I...

That's good advice. I'll keep it in mind. 🙂 "Bill, I need to finish up here if you don't mind." From the next bathroom stall: "Oh, sorry. I'll let you get to it Mike. We'll talk more later." Just kidding :p. I do really think it's good advice.

I went into a conversation today with the intention of connecting and talking about things people would relate to, not with the intention of finding something "good" to say, and it went well. :) I was just reflecting on your advice and this thought crossed my mind: what kind of problems do you...

Mostly because I feel that saying that would be very awkward. And it would open me up to questioning and vulnerability. "Why aren't you feeling talkative? What's wrong? Are you depressed?" etc.

I think these negative events have happened often enough in my life that I can now see them a mile off. But... perhaps I am looking for them, and so maybe see things that aren't really there. Or I am blowing things out of proportion. It's extremely difficult to look at my own perspective...

You are not alone. I strongly relate to what you say.

Both I think! Depends on the timing I guess. 🤷‍♂️ At times I just don't feel like talking, yet people insist on talking to me. Then I have to force myself to be "cheery," lest they think I hate them. It can be tiresome and annoying to deal with.

I wish I could do this, and sometimes I can. Most of the time though, spontaneous conversation just leaves me feeling inadequate. Someone inevitably tries to one-up me, puts me down for being too silly, too boring, too serious, too ignorant... too... whatever the fuck ever. It depends on the...

It's a drain trying to figure out something good to say when you have nothing to say. That pretty much embodies all of my interactions.

Sometimes I get so antisocial. People want to talk to me but I'm just not in the mood. Then they get offended because I clearly don't want to talk and they likely think it's their fault when it has nothing to do with them. Feels bad.

So sorry you had to go through what I'm sure was a traumatic experience. :(

Old signature full of sayings I find meaning in: ++++ Care about people's approval and you will be their prisoner. ++++ Breathe, Listen, Pause-T.H.I.N.K.-Play ++++ grit - courage and resolve; strength of character ++++ On the path to greatness an excess of repetition and boredom is...

I didn't see this either. I agree with you. Essentially... the more one does something, the better they probably become at it; this applies to socializing as well. I feel there is some attuning to be done after not having been in public for a while. You'll hit your stride in short time. 🙂 (y)

I'm sorry to hear about your dog. Always hurts to watch a pet in pain. :( On the bright side, sounds like otherwise you got a lot done today. Tomorrow maybe you can rest a bit more. :)(y)

How's the vacation so far?

How's the new job so far?