Why Autistic People Can Be Blunt and Have a Big Mouth

TLDRAutistic people are often blunt and truthful because we value truth and facts over feelings. We have a black and white thinking style and a strong sense of justice. Our lack of empathy and oversharer tendencies also contribute to our bluntness.

Key insights

🔎Autistic people value truth and facts over feelings and often have a black and white thinking style.

🔍Our strong sense of justice and lack of empathy contribute to our bluntness.

🔎Autistic people may struggle with understanding social cues, leading to inappropriate or untimely comments.

🔍We have difficulty understanding the need for white lies and can find them exhausting to maintain.

🔎Oversharing is another autistic trait that can contribute to our tendency to have a big mouth and reveal too much information.

Q&A

Why do autistic people have difficulty understanding social cues?

—The wiring of the autistic brain is different, making it challenging for us to pick up on subtle social cues and understand their meaning.

Do autistic people lie?

—While autistic people can lie, they often value truth and honesty and may have a hard time understanding why lying is necessary.

Why do autistic people struggle with empathy?

—Lack of empathy is a common trait among autistic individuals. We have difficulty understanding and relating to other people's emotions.

Do autistic people understand the consequences of their bluntness?

—Autistic individuals may not always fully comprehend or anticipate the impact of their blunt comments, which can lead to unintended consequences.

How can neurotypical individuals better communicate with autistic people?

—Understanding and accepting our bluntness, providing clear communication, and being patient and empathetic can help in better communication with autistic individuals.

Timestamped Summary

01:29Autistic individuals often have difficulty understanding social cues, leading to inappropriate or untimely comments.

03:39Autistic people value truth and facts over feelings, which can come across as blunt or insensitive.

06:50Lack of empathy is a common trait among autistic individuals, making it challenging for us to understand why some people get offended by our honesty.

09:53Autistic individuals may overshare information, leading to a tendency to have a big mouth and reveal too much.

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