Is it normal to not want to be touched?
Yes, it can be completely normal not to want to be touched. How you feel about touch can vary by person, situation, and even the day—and you’re allowed to set that boundary.
People differ a lot in how much touch they enjoy. Stress, being tired or overstimulated, personal preference, and who’s touching you can all affect whether a hug or a hand on your shoulder feels comforting or like too much. You don’t need a special reason to say no.
It’s also normal for your preferences to change from one moment to another. You can tell people what feels okay, ask them to check first, or simply say, “I don’t want to be touched right now.” If not wanting touch is a sudden change that’s upsetting you or getting in the way of relationships you care about, it may help to talk it through with someone you trust or a professional.