What’s one thing no one prepares you for during the “forgotten transition” of your mid-20s? You’re no longer a teenager, but you haven’t quite established yourself as an adult either.
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One thing that often catches people off guard during that “forgotten transition” is the feeling of isolation. In your early 20s, you might still have a close-knit group of friends from school or college, but as everyone starts to pursue different paths—jobs, relationships, or even moving to new cities—it can become harder to maintain those connections. You go from being surrounded by peers to suddenly feeling like you’re in a different life stage, which can be really lonely.
Additionally, societal expectations can be tough to navigate. While there’s often a lot of pressure to have everything figured out in your mid-20s—career goals, relationships, and life plans—it’s perfectly normal to still be exploring and figuring things out. The reality is, many people are in the same boat, feeling uncertain and encountering challenges, but it’s rarely talked about. Embracing that messy, transitional period can be liberating, but it’s also okay to feel a bit lost along the way.