Is it normal to have no friends in your 20s?
Yes—going through your 20s with few or no friends happens more often than people admit. It can still feel lonely, and it’s okay to want more connection.
Yes. Your 20s can scramble your social life: people move, school ends, jobs take over, and old friendships don’t always survive the change. Plenty of people have stretches with no close friends, even if their social media makes it look like everyone else has a packed calendar.
That doesn’t mean you’re destined to be alone or that there’s something wrong with you. If you want more connection, try one small, repeatable step—like joining a regular activity or reaching out to someone you’ve liked talking with. Building friendship can be awkward at first; that’s part of the deal, not proof you’re doing it wrong.