How was your process of getting diagnosed?

Asking, because my(23f) boyfriend, one of my best friends and some other people have been asking me if I have autism or hinted that I should maybe check with a professional.

I just don't know where I would even begin, especially since I currently live in another country by myself and I never really thought about it seriously, but I have completely misread a social situation again last night and I can't stop thinking about it and can't help but wonder if that's just me struggling with that kind of stuff, or if there is maybe something more underlying.

That's why I would love to know how the journey was for other women :)