[g4zj]

Thank you for this comment. It's very helpful.

On the subject of making it about vulnerability and being honest about my comfort zone, I worry about doing this too much. I'm uncomfortable by almost everything in social situations, and I don't know distinguish between things I should and shouldn't mention.

I don't want to seem overly sensitive to the point where people feel like they need to rethink their every action around me, but I also don't want to suffer silently if it can be avoided.

[user_7832]

A socially acceptable method would be to say something like “haha sorry I can be a bit socially awkward at times”. It’s relatable, true and explains your behaviour.