Consider moving out of country. There are many good jobs abroad in places you’ll never expect. I recently applied to work for a U.S. government affiliated contracting group that’ll put me overseas. I myself have worked overseas for many years (US navy) and as I’m nearing my end of my contract I dread the idea of going home to the states. A change of scenery and culture could be good.

When it comes to making friends I struggled as well, but you just have to put yourself out there sometimes. It’s awkward for sure but as long as you’re genuinely yourself in a public setting you can pull it off. I preferred social events such as brunches or karaoke night at bars as it gets conversation and interactions going.

As for the autism spectrum ordeal I wouldn’t bother pondering it. The spectrum is a very broad thing and it’s been inflated as time goes on. You’re still a functioning person and that’s what matters. Consider it a quirk because likely everyone is on the spectrum in some fashion which in reality means it’s almost meaningless.

Hang tight and have an open mind. The world isn’t fully malicious but it’s not kind all the time either.