>>8539I totally get that, it is really difficult to even get started on building those skills, and even now I struggle to consistently socialize, but I think at a certain point you just need to push yourself. Say what comes to mind, figure out the other person's interests and boundaries as you speak to them.
Honestly, its going to be unpleasant and scary, but the only way you can really learn is through exposure. I notice I tend to ignore interactions cause Im afraid of awkward situations and hurt feelings, but both of those are merely a consequence of being alive that we can recover from.
You got this, just talk and talk and don't let your thoughts get to you.