Making friends can be challenging for everyone, but especially for autistic adults. We have social differences that tend to make things a little more complicated. In this video we will explore 5 simple tips to make the process of connecting with others a little smoother and more accessible, no matter where you fall on the spectrum.

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🚨TWO THINGS I FORGOT TO MENTION IN THE VIDEO:🚨
There are two Reddit pages I found that might be interesting places to explore and an awesome app that can be helpful for communicating called Marco Polo!

REDDIT
Friends on the Spectrum: https://www.reddit.com/r/FriendsOnTheSpectrum/
Autistic Adults: https://www.reddit.com/r/AutisticAdults/

MARCO POLO
Recorded video chats that allow you to interact face-to-face in a non-live format. Watch your friends' responses at your convenience without the social pressure of immediately responding. The app is free.
https://www.marcopolo.me/

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⏱ TIMESTAMPS ➡️
Click any of the blue timestamps below to jump to a specific section in the video.

Intro (1:30)
Making Friends Can Be Challenging! (2:00)
Be The Friend You Want to Find (2:31)
Reconnect With Old Friends (4:27)
Support a Cause (5:21)
Find a Group that Shares Your Special Interest (5:59)
Join an Exercise Group (7:24)
Hang Out In Places That Attract The Types of Friends You Seek (8:01)
Interact in a Way That Feels Good To You (8:59)
Talk Through Your Experience (9:31)
Making Friends Takes Time (10:09)
MOTS Community (11:10)
Response from Medication and Autism Video (11:45)
My Own Friendships (12:15)
Play Up Your Strengths (13:17)
Upcoming Video (14:01)

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Cup of Sunshine Tea: https://www.traditionalmedicinals.com/products/cup-of-sunshine-tea/

Meetup.com: https://www.meetup.com/home/

Embrace Autism: embrace-autism.com
Great resource for all things Autism

Asperger Experts: https://www.aspergerexperts.com/
Inviting and safe autistic community with helpful resources.

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I'm Tay, a married mom of 2 who was diagnosed with Autism at 31 years old. This was after YEARS of therapy (and all of the self tests in the world!). My diagnosis has brought up questions, frustration, doubt, but most importantly, a new level of self compassion and understanding.

I'm here to share knowledge, resources, and products that empower other neurodivergents (and their loved ones) to live freely and creatively. I'm not a doctor so please speak with your healthcare providers before implementing any recommendations I make on my channel.

Females are under-diagnosed due to lack of research. Please share any videos that are helpful to you so we can spread awareness and acceptance.

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