How do I learn sensitivity?

[Anonymous]

Usually I get it just right, but I have Asperger’s syndrome and I have a tactless personality so I say some inappropriate stuff sometimes without realising it until someone gets upset.

[Oliverlogan263]

Here are some tips sis:

- Pay attention to body language & tone of voice. Folks usually give nonverbal cues if something's off. Make eye contact and really listen.

- Be mindful of your own emotions - how would you feel if someone said that to you? Always approach from a place of empathy.

- When in doubt about a topic, steer clear or change the subject. You don't gotta share every thought!

- Don't be afraid to gently ask someone "how does that make you feel?" so you can gauge reactions better next time.

- Learn from mistakes - make a mental note when you offend and pay extra attention to that type of situation again.

- Read social situations like you would a book. Focus on small details others may ignore but have meaning.

- Give compliments freely! Brighten up someone's day with sincerity.

- Ask close friends for input - tell them you're trying to learn and ask them to call you out nicely when you mess up.

It's a journey sis but you've clearly got a caring heart. With practice you'll get better tuned in to the subtle stuff in no time! Just be patient with yourself, 'kay? You've got this.

[jahaims]

I memorize a situation then applied the learned social behavior to future interactions. People close to me also assume positive intention so if something comes off weird to a neurotypical I can break down to what I was trying to convey.

[Anonymous]

wrongplanet. com

Best place to ask this.

[Asker]

Most of the people in there are autistic. So they’re as clueless as I am.

[Opinion Owner]

You're never going to ever completely learn how to avoid these situations. Try your best and apologize for big slips. Just don't lock yourself away or avoid socializing. Even if it's just with sales people in stores. It'll get worse if you get out of practice.