Friend

[CameronFSchmidt]

Ok so, I have a question. I know that this is strange given the fact that I am so open about things on here. I have Aspergers and as a result, I haven't really made any friends in my life except the people I meet on a Chat site and I would consider those at most to be acquaintances . That being said, there is this kid in my German 2 class who I would like to talk to since he sits next to me but I have two problems

A. How do I talk to him without being Awkward.
B. Since I am not a people person, how do I even start. I basically ruin everything.

[James Dean]

I'm glad that you want to befriend him. This is someone who you see quite often and sit next to in class, so actually it would be awkward if you didn't introduce yourself or make your presence known to him. lol. Don't worry about being nervous, just give it a shot. Find out what tv shows, music, hobbies or sports that he likes. This could be someone who you could study with for tests and such so it would be important for you to get to know him. You might be missing out on someone who could really impact your life, so at least try to open yourself up to him. :)

[CosmicNoodle]

Just get to know him, get him to talk about himself, people seem to like doing that, that way conversation flows and you get to know him.

[CameronFSchmidt]

That is part of the problem. I am not the greatest person at talking with my peers. Probably why I take my problems online and chat online with people my age about them.

[fast8]

Fine out what he likes and start talking about it is one way

[CameronFSchmidt]

Well, I asked what he was doing over break so that is a start.

[SethfromMI]

well there you go it is a good start :) try to find something he likes, esp if you like it too, that will give you something in common to talk about and it will be easier for you