With you in spirit I am in the same situation here. I had to start my own businesses just so I could work alone and avoid as many interactions as possible. Each time I try to socialize or have a conversation I am exhausted for hours and sometimes for the remainder of the day. I had to attend a meeting for business yesterday and by the end of the meeting I felt like I was shattered into pieces and needed to go home and reassemble myself. I always knew that I was very different but as I got older I realize just how different I really am. A family member learned about Aspergers as a job requirement and immediately knew that I had it. After reading about it myself I had no doubt and my score on the test was solid confirmation of what I already knew. I have kept it a secret for many years and sometimes just want to tell people so they understand that I just can't help it - I just don't want people to know. I was hoping to speak with others who have Aspergers so we can support each other in this sometimes lonely existence.