Many traits in higher function austic people are ones that can foster a feeling of deeper connection because of the raw honesty of the interactions. Missing social cues can be embarassing, but it can also mean not being burdened with cultural baggage and just experiencing the world more sincerely. Of course, if you miss the cues that help you get your rent and grocery money you're sol. Lots of our cultural expectations may be fabricated nonsense, but a mob holding the food hostage is a real thing when youre hungry 😂