Hiya, I'm Jay The Aspie Linguist!

[ThatAspieLinguist]

Since I'm new on here, and also just starting a YouTube channel, I think I shall introduce myself by means of video. It's about what I like and a brief overview of how my life has been with Asperger's. If you guys want to see more videos, support me and like and subscribe!

 

[Grumpy Cat]

Since I'm new on here, and also just starting a YouTube channel, I think I shall introduce myself by means of video. It's about what I like and a brief overview of how my life has been with Asperger's. If you guys want to see more videos, support me and like and subscribe!

That was cool! Howdy! And welcome! So what did you learn from that manual that got you that one friend? Maybe what you did could help other Aspies.

 

[Aspergirl4hire]

Hi, ThatAspieLinguist! How cool to do a video intro.

 

[ThatAspieLinguist]

That was cool! Howdy! And welcome! So what did you learn from that manual that got you that one friend? Maybe what you did could help other Aspies.

I learned quite a bit. That's a great idea for a follow up video. But basically, the main thing I learned, was that what was causing me to remain in the "acquaintance zone" with people was that I was so overly dependent on rules of socializing to the point my personality was lost in translation, and as a result I came off as a boring, no personalty guy. Also, the book led me to do some really effective drilling exercises to rewire the shyness reaction in social situations. I made a friend out of her because I went up to her, I didn't think of "the right thing to say" before doing it, and I talked, and from then things just took off. (Oh, btw, she's an aspie like me, so that's a bonus).

 

[Grumpy Cat]

I learned quite a bit. That's a great idea for a follow up video. But basically, the main thing I learned, was that what was causing me to remain in the "acquaintance zone" with people was that I was so overly dependent on rules of socializing to the point my personality was lost in translation, and as a result I came off as a boring, no personalty guy. Also, the book led me to do some really effective drilling exercises to rewire the shyness reaction in social situations. I made a friend out of her because I went up to her, I didn't think of "the right thing to say" before doing it, and I talked, and from then things just took off. (Oh, btw, she's an aspie like me, so that's a bonus).

That's what I was talking about in another thread about friends. The Aspies in that thread were overthinking about what they should be doing in order to make friends and I just said that friendship isn't logical - it just happens and "clicks" if it's supposed to. I believe that everyone should just be who they want to be and if you make a friend then it's more likely they like you for you.

I can't wait to hear more of your videos. I wish more Aspies would do this. I think I'm even going to put you on my follow list.

 

[Judge]

I just said that friendship isn't logical - it just happens and "clicks" if it's supposed to.

True. It remains just another social dynamic that baffles us, as it has no common denominator. No queue or clue to establish a logical pattern to provide us with a sense of confidence. As a consequence, our brains go into overdrive trying to work the problem, when there's nothing to work. That as you say, it just happens or not.

What comes naturally for NTs remains a mystery to many of us. Very frustrating at times. Even when I occasionally succeed with people at times, I still remain puzzled as to how or why it even happened. Sometimes it's amusing, other times it can be a little sad.

 

[JDartistic]

That was cool! Howdy! And welcome! So what did you learn from that manual that got you that one friend? Maybe what you did could help other Aspies.

What manual are you referring to? I'd love to know.

Socially, some of us go into mutism & there's nothing we can do about that. But as an optimist by nature, we keep trying!

 

[royinpink]

Since I'm new on here, and also just starting a YouTube channel, I think I shall introduce myself by means of video. It's about what I like and a brief overview of how my life has been with Asperger's. If you guys want to see more videos, support me and like and subscribe!

Hello and welcome! I'm 27 and studied linguistics in college, but I'm afraid I don't have your talent for languages...I just liked learning about syntax and later, semiotics. Nice video!

 

[StephF]

Hello, Bonjour, Guten Tag, Buenos Dios, Hei, Γεια σας, здравствуйте, こんにちは, Saluton, Hej and finally for those who speak Judoon ho flo lo lo plo.

Welcome to AC.

 

[Grumpy Cat]

What manual are you referring to? I'd love to know.

Socially, some of us go into mutism & there's nothing we can do about that. But as an optimist by nature, we keep trying!

I was referring to the manual you had in your video.

 

[Progster]

Hi, I'm into learning languages too

 

[KinksFan]

Welcome to Aspies Central!

 

[NlGHTgirl]

I was referring to the manual you had in your video.

the title of the recent favorite book:

Sean Cooper's "The Shyness and Social Anxiety Manual"....... Really should list that. It could help other folks! : )

Hey, ThatAspieLinguist, what's up? Que Pasa?

(video mentions gay, which is not bi.) However, I'm going to share with you. I'm bisexual, but I really not attracted to bisexual men. (how ridiculous is that? right? In fact, I'm kinda Aspie stuck on this one guy, and this one woman, one at a time, ha ha so far, yeah, Monogamous, -who knew? right? not all bisexuals are nymphomaniacs? oh, and celibacy....huh.) I am not on the youtube as much as other people. I just don't have that much free time? to play? I should research important educational stuff. you know? I need to grow my brain. Not sure how Aspie brilliant I am. aw. Apparently, I lack social skills. and the noise, oh the noise, noise, noise. WHAT is with the noise, these days? I can draw art though. I am interested in languages too!!! how ironic is that? languages to communicate, yet lacking social skills? aw..... sorry if this is a jumble. I think I need more sleep today. heh. I get too excited! Nice to meet you! New friend!

 

[Tia Maria]

Bump!

 

[NlGHTgirl]

So, Dime,por favor, what are you , That Aspie Linguist, (or anyone) thinking when they make videos? Does it make you nervous? are you making eye contact with the camera? ..... are you visualizing all the viewers looking at you? Does it make you uncomfortable? I am SooOoooOooo curious! Sorry to bump this up again?