How did people react when you told them you had Aspergers

[aspieoutlaw89]

I am going to be more social this year. I am tired of living in a world of depression.

Whenever you go out into a social setting ie. a church or a get-together with people you want to become acquainted with: do you tell them right off the bat that you are an aspie?

or do you try and fit in as best you can. In the past, I have never told people because I didn't know myself that I was a high functioning autistic guy. People always thought I was just stupid.

What are your personal experiences with this?

i told one friend,a girl,who ended up knowing what it is,she said okay.