You can stop talking for as long as you like. That does not make you a non-verbal autistic and should not be described as “going non-verbal”.
A non-verbal autistic cannot talk. Important distinction.
It is akin to saying you closed your eyes for a few days to “go blind”
I became non-verbal a few months ago. It's extremely alienating, like I thought conversation was difficult before but now it's just assumed to be frustrating. It's dramatically altered my employability, I don't enjoy spending time with my friends anymore, and people on the street just assume I'm being rude to them. Even people who know can be difficult too - I had a fight with my wife about it this morning. It certainly hasn't been good for my social anxiety.
You do you. But as someone who can't speak: if I could speak I wouldn't consider this for a second.
Look up vipassana. This is a Buddhist practise and offered in structured meditation retreats around the world, & where choosing not to speak is not only viewed positively, it is required by all participants, and may give you some insight into the human condition. I have always wanted to attend one but life hasn't given me the opportunity to do so yet.
I try so hard each time, but I end up just talking without realizing it. Uncontrollably. I only realize after I've said something.
If you don't want to speak to people you could always become a monk. Some of them live in monasteries that do not allow to speak.
Just don't speak for some time. You can reply with simple sentences, which won't deplete much energy. I occasionally do it both controllably (when I'm tired and don't want to) and uncontrollably (self explanatory).
Have you tried learning sign language ?
it has helped me to communicate when i feel like talking depletes me
i mean basics like yes/no, thanks, some verbs (want, sleep, eat, drink)
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