I prefer quietly talking with two or three other people (not one - I feel like I have to constantly perform). Once it gets more than that, I start to retreat.

In these situations, I've been accused of 'not making the effort' and how others are offended by my 'lack of sociability'. I'm sorry, but if I had not made any 'effort' I would have stayed at home, well away from their endless expectations. They don't know how much 'effort' it takes out of me just to be there.

Is it any wonder I stay home these days?