Our A List ambassador, Sam shares how he can sometimes struggle in social settings, whether they be one-on-one or in smaller or larger groups. He shares the tools he uses to build his confidence and manage his anxiety

In this video we explore a simple, socially acceptable way to say “hello” to a stranger, and see if they are happy to talk with you, or not.

I enjoy social activities with others that have similiar interests to mine, no matter what their age.

Finding the ‘right moment’ to say goodbye can be challenging, so it can be tempting to just ‘skip it’ and leave.

It can be difficult to know when to say goodbye to a group of people – leaving without saying goodbye is not the solution!

Positive autistic identity is about being authentically and genuinely yourself while still being successful in social situations, rather than conforming to the expectations that accompany most social situations.