IFC: West Michigan Shy and Neurodivergent People

A judgment-free zone for shy and neurodivergent adults to connect authentically.

When you arrive, look for our Meetup sign. Check in at the main table and grab a name tag.

Tired of masking? Need a break from explaining yourself? This meetup is for adults with Social Anxiety, ADHD, or Autism who want to be around others who just "get it."

What to Expect:

• No pressure to be "on" or perform to social norms
• Conversations that can jump topics (we love tangents!)
• Acceptance of stimming, room to be your authentic self
• Understanding when you need breaks or to fidget

(This group is designed for individuals who can attend independently without outside support)

IMPORTANT: While we're not a mental health support group, it is a safe place to make new friends. 🙂

☕ While our Meetup is free, we ask that you please support the venue by making a purchase. This keeps our events free.

Come as you are, you belong here. Hope to see you soon! 👋🏼

Here are our group guidelines:

1. We follow the Meetup conduct policy. If you're not familiar with it, it's worth a quick read.
2. Please don't use our events to promote your business or cause without first applying for a sponsorship. These gatherings take a lot of time and resources to put together, and we want to protect that for everyone.
3. One more thing about Schuler Books: if the café gets busy, staff may occasionally ask non-paying customers to move to the back. That's their call to make, and we appreciate their hospitality in hosting us.

A judgment-free zone for shy and neurodivergent adults to connect authentically.

When you arrive, look for our Meetup sign. Check in at the main table and grab a name tag.

Tired of masking? Need a break from explaining yourself? This meetup is for adults with Social Anxiety, ADHD, or Autism who want to be around others who just "get it."

What to Expect:

• No pressure to be "on" or perform to social norms
• Conversations that can jump topics (we love tangents!)
• Acceptance of stimming, room to be your authentic self
• Understanding when you need breaks or to fidget

(This group is designed for individuals who can attend independently without outside support)

IMPORTANT: While we're not a mental health support group, it is a safe place to make new friends. 🙂

☕ While our Meetup is free, we ask that you please support the venue by making a purchase. This keeps our events free.

Come as you are, you belong here. Hope to see you soon! 👋🏼

Here are our group guidelines:

1. We follow the Meetup conduct policy. If you're not familiar with it, it's worth a quick read.
2. Please don't use our events to promote your business or cause without first applying for a sponsorship. These gatherings take a lot of time and resources to put together, and we want to protect that for everyone.
3. One more thing about Schuler Books: if the café gets busy, staff may occasionally ask non-paying customers to move to the back. That's their call to make, and we appreciate their hospitality in hosting us.

A judgment-free zone for shy and neurodivergent adults to connect authentically.

When you arrive, look for our Meetup sign. Check in at the main table and grab a name tag.

Tired of masking? Need a break from explaining yourself? This meetup is for adults with Social Anxiety, ADHD, or Autism who want to be around others who just "get it."

What to Expect:

• No pressure to be "on" or perform to social norms
• Conversations that can jump topics (we love tangents!)
• Acceptance of stimming, room to be your authentic self
• Understanding when you need breaks or to fidget

(This group is designed for individuals who can attend independently without outside support)

IMPORTANT: While we're not a mental health support group, it is a safe place to make new friends. 🙂

☕ While our Meetup is free, we ask that you please support the venue by making a purchase. This keeps our events free.

Come as you are, you belong here. Hope to see you soon! 👋🏼

Here are our group guidelines:

1. We follow the Meetup conduct policy. If you're not familiar with it, it's worth a quick read.
2. Please don't use our events to promote your business or cause without first applying for a sponsorship. These gatherings take a lot of time and resources to put together, and we want to protect that for everyone.
3. One more thing about Schuler Books: if the café gets busy, staff may occasionally ask non-paying customers to move to the back. That's their call to make, and we appreciate their hospitality in hosting us.

A judgment-free zone for shy and neurodivergent adults to connect authentically.

When you arrive, look for our Meetup sign. Check in at the main table and grab a name tag.

Tired of masking? Need a break from explaining yourself? This meetup is for adults with Social Anxiety, ADHD, or Autism who want to be around others who just "get it."

What to Expect:

• No pressure to be "on" or perform to social norms
• Conversations that can jump topics (we love tangents!)
• Acceptance of stimming, room to be your authentic self
• Understanding when you need breaks or to fidget

(This group is designed for individuals who can attend independently without outside support)

IMPORTANT: While we're not a mental health support group, it is a safe place to make new friends. 🙂

☕ While our Meetup is free, we ask that you please support the venue by making a purchase. This keeps our events free.

Come as you are, you belong here. Hope to see you soon! 👋🏼

Here are our group guidelines:

1. We follow the Meetup conduct policy. If you're not familiar with it, it's worth a quick read.
2. Please don't use our events to promote your business or cause without first applying for a sponsorship. These gatherings take a lot of time and resources to put together, and we want to protect that for everyone.
3. One more thing about Schuler Books: if the café gets busy, staff may occasionally ask non-paying customers to move to the back. That's their call to make, and we appreciate their hospitality in hosting us.