Is it normal to be an 18 year old girl and never have kissed a boy

I'm an 18 year old female, and I've never had a boyfriend, kissed a boy or done anything with a boy, I'm not a lesbian, I get told I'm pretty, people of the opposite sex look at me and whistle (cringe), I don't dress revealing or trashy, but always take care of how I look, I see many girls getting their hearts broken by boys, I just think this is such a silly age to be in a relationship.

I am also very shy, and don't go out to clubs e.g places where people normally meet people

I feel happy like this and have done for a while and haven't thought anything of it, but now many of my friends have boyfriends I feel like the remarks are starting to come in like they almost look down on me, and this is making it more obvious to me of how strange I am. Next thing the lesbian rumours will start.

Anyone else was/is in the same boat?

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  • "I feel happy like this"

    There is a certain happiness in stagnation; a familiarity. And of course there is risk of heartache in any relationship but to risk much is to gain much.

    But a person in your position, who gambles nothing gains nothing either.

    My advice would be to get out there now. Be heartbroken (it will happen) and learn. Now is the time for mistakes, not later in life.

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    • Corleone

      Good comment. Why don't they let people like you write the love advice in women's magazines?

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  • disthing

    Judging by how often this question comes up, from people aged between 17 and 20+, I'd suggest it's normal.

    I expect more people have kissed someone by your age than not, but you're not part of such a tiny minority as to be bizarre and freakish in your lip-chastity.

    Anyway, if you're shy and don't really meet new people, and if you generally only hang out with girls and are not a lesbian, then your opportunity to fall for someone is limited. Most people don't go out searching for a lover; typically lovers stumble upon each other. In other words, it usually happens by chance, but the odds are greatly increased if you are mixing with guys in social situations.

    If you're happy as you are, don't allow your friends to make you feel concerned about it, and certainly don't make the effort to meet a boy just because you want to prove to them you're straight and an ordinary girl - nobody wants to be used to prove a point and then thrown away .

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  • AbnormallyAwesome

    I feel pretty much the same, just... male.
    If you want a boyfriend because you feel like it - Go and get one.
    But you shouldn't make such a desition just to please your friends. You're fine the way you are. You still have plenty of time to deside. And if you like being single - Be single.

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  • topper33

    have you kissed a girl?

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  • Wüstenfuchs

    I'm male, and my first kiss was at 21. Got a lot of shit going through school for being a virgin, but I never could see how their chaotic love lives made them any better than me. At least I got good grades as opposed to any STDs... (Not to say all people in relationships at a young age are more susceptible to STDs or are less intelligent than people who are not in relationships at the same age.)

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  • RapidlyRotatingPanda

    When there are so many comments you feel like your own input would be both ignored, and worthless...oh IIN, what a cruel and unjust mistress you are...

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    • disthing

      Dry your eyes mate.

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      • RapidlyRotatingPanda

        Sometimes life is hard...

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        • disthing

          Sometimes penis is soft...

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  • Anime7

    Same boat, although I'm a guy.

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  • Corleone

    Don't worry about it, I know some rad ladies who had their first kiss around your age.

    If you want to meet more people you'll have to go outside every once in a while. Noisy clubs aren't the best places to meet people. The eardrum-raping noise modern DJ's spew at you doesn't help at making a decent connection with someone.

    Why not go to a nice bar instead? College bars for example are great for meeting people. Basically, any bar where there's a good atmosphere is a good meeting spot.

    Other than that, you can do some extra-curricular activities. That way you get to learn something new, and you've got the opportunity to meet people.

    Last but not least, don't focus too much on getting a guy. Just get out, be sociable and enjoy yourself. If you're living a good life, you're bound to find someone to share it with.

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  • yesnomaybeso

    Aww wehn i was 16 i was feeling the same. I think the easiest way is to go out to clubs, i swear, you can get to kiss 3 guys per night if you wanna. Although you may start talkin to guys :p i mean, first, just as friends?

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    • Ryan556

      Thats what guys call a whore to kiss 3 different guys a night WHORE

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  • killdatnigga

    it is completely normal even though i had my first kiss when i was ten years younger than you but word of advice

    please dont become a slut/party animal after you discover that boys like shy girls please

    even though im 13 i know this

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  • Pimp5524

    If you want to kiss a boy lets get together.

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  • lillypoppy

    I was just like you lol i'm 25 now and no regrets don't feel bad you are a very intelligent lady!. I did eventually get out and date and have sex when I wanted to, also learned I didn't miss a damn thing :) I find its all the same no matter what age, well so far lol

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  • rhythmness93

    are you a virgo by any chance? haha.

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    • loopoo

      Capricorn

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  • boxcutterbill

    No i understand you, its not bad, but it isnt bad to get out there and meet more people, open up some new avenues in life. It doesnt mean youre slow or anything but smart, yes, a lot of young women get their hearts toyed with, and youve had the luxury of skipping it. Go for it, itd be a great experiance, you might have the chance of meeting that one special guy who has saved it for someone like you! Go on, have fun! :)

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