I think you are making the distinction because someone learned it consciously. People who have high social skills likely do this stuff all the time, perhaps wi

I think you are making the distinction because someone learned it consciously. People who have high social skills likely do this stuff all the time, perhaps without realising it. Of course people will speak negatively about "manipulating people" but the fact is that it's simply part of how the world goes round, in which case it's probably best to be one of the people who is skilled and resolve to use your powers for good. The alternative would be trying to persuade highly sociable people to imitate aspies. You can try and persuade everyone to be honest, but in a world full of honest people being the only liar will bring huge advantages.