Small talk can be a nightmare. #autism #smalltalk #socialanxiety It's not that I don't want to connect with others, it's just that the shallow, superficial conversations drain my energy and make me feel like I'm suffocating. #exhaustion #overstimulation Sometimes I just need to escape and find a quiet place to recharge. #solitude #selfcare But hey, if you want to have a real, meaningful conversation with me, I'm all ears! #depthoverbreadth #genuineconnection