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• Boundaries

  Saying no to a plan

  Thanks for asking. I'm going to say no this time, but I'd love to catch up another way soon.

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• Boundaries

  Needing time before answering

  Can I have a bit of time to think about that? I'll get back to you by tomorrow.

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• Boundaries

  Protecting a quiet evening

  I've got nothing on tonight on purpose. It's how I recharge, so I'm going to stay in.

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• Boundaries

  When someone keeps pushing

  I've already said no, and that's still my answer. Let's leave it there.

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• Boundaries

  Preferring texts to calls

  I find calls hard, but I'm great at texting. Message me any time and I'll reply when I can.

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• Boundaries

  Physical touch

  I'm not a hugger, but it's really good to see you.

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• Leaving and cancelling

  Leaving a party early

  I've had a lovely time. I'm going to head off now while I've still got some energy. See you soon!

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• Leaving and cancelling

  Cancelling plans kindly

  I'm really sorry, I'm running on empty today and need to cancel. Could we find another day next week?

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• Leaving and cancelling

  Agreeing to go, with limits

  I'd love to come for the first hour or so. I'll probably slip off before the music starts.

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• Leaving and cancelling

  Taking a break mid-event

  I'm just going to get some fresh air for ten minutes. I'll be back.

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• Small talk

  An easy opener

  How's your week been so far?

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• Small talk

  Steering to something interesting

  What have you been into lately? Any good shows or hobbies?

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• Small talk

  Ending a conversation

  It's been good chatting. I'm going to grab a drink. Catch you later.

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• Small talk

  When you didn't catch something

  Sorry, it's a bit loud in here. Could you say that again?

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• Overload and speech

  Losing speech

  I can't talk right now, but I'm okay. I'll text you.

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• Overload and speech

  Explaining you need quiet

  I'm getting overloaded. I need somewhere quiet for a bit. It's not about you.

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• Overload and speech

  Asking someone to slow down

  Could you give me one thing at a time? I take in information better that way.

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• Work

  Asking for instructions in writing

  Could you pop that in a message for me? I work best when I can refer back to it.

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• Work

  Asking for an agenda

  Is there an agenda for the meeting? It helps me prepare and contribute properly.

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• Work

  Needing time to respond

  Good question. Can I think about it and come back to you by the end of the day?

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• Work

  Declining a social work event

  Thanks for the invite. I'll sit this one out, but I hope it's a good one.

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• Work

  When priorities are unclear

  I've got A, B and C on. Which should I do first?

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• Repair after conflict

  After a meltdown or shutdown

  Sorry about earlier. I was overloaded and couldn't handle it in the moment. Can we talk now?

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• Repair after conflict

  When you came across as blunt

  I think what I said came out more bluntly than I meant. What I was trying to say was…

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• Repair after conflict

  Checking you're okay

  I've been thinking about our conversation. Are we okay?

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• Repair after conflict

  Needing time before talking

  I want to sort this out, but I need a bit of time first. Can we talk tomorrow?

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• Asking for help

  Asking a friend to body double

  Would you sit with me on a call while I do some admin? You don't have to help, just be there.

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• Asking for help

  Telling someone you're struggling

  I'm finding things hard at the moment. I don't need you to fix it. Could you check in on me this week?

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• Asking for help

  Asking for an adjustment

  Would it be possible to [your request]? It would really help me with [the difficulty].

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• Phone and admin

  Asking to switch to email

  Would it be possible to continue this by email? I find it easier to follow in writing.

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• Phone and admin

  Asking for a moment on a call

  Sorry, can I have a second to write that down?

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• Phone and admin

  Telling a service you're autistic

  I'm autistic, and I process spoken information more slowly. Could you go a bit slower, or send me the details in writing?

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