About Me — ‘Marium Rizvi’
“A writer dedicated to helping you become the best version of yourself”
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Hello to all the amazing people reading this. My name is Marium.
I’m from Pakistan and was born on November 5, 1997. At 26, I’m officially old enough to say, ‘Kids these days’ and actually mean it. Lol. I believe in zodiacs, so yes, I’m a Scorpio – bringing a bit of that Scorpio passion to everything. If you’re a Scorpio, you know how hardworking and passionate we can be about our goals.
Let’s start the introduction with the childhood —
My Childhood
As a child, I was reserved and shy. I loved playing games and as the youngest child in the family, I had a special bond with my father. He was very close to me and always supported and guided me to become the best version of myself. My father loved me unconditionally even when I had flaws.
When someone loves you unconditionally, you’ll go to any length to satisfy that person and to bring them joy and happiness.
That’s the power of unconditional love.
Let’s continue with the childhood again. I loved being an obedient child to my parents. I wasn’t that stubborn kid, who always wanted what they liked. Nor was I a pampered child at home. Thanks to my parents for not pampering me.
It made me a flexible person ready to face the stones life throws at me with patience and resilience.
In school, I was an average student. Creativity excites me more than anything. So, I have been compared with peers in school and at home due to my interests. I am a fan of art, solving mysteries, and anything that can be explored and is meaningful. I never enjoyed dry subjects, like Science and Biology.
We all have different interests and we excel at what we love. Nobody can force us to love something we’re not passionate about.
All kids my age dreamt of becoming doctors, dentists, and engineers. I never wanted to be in that race where everyone was participating. I always wanted to do something unique. I never judged their individuality and wanted the same respect for myself as a child.
An Introvert
I’m an introvert and too much socializing can be draining for me. Space is like oxygen and I get annoyed and frustrated when I don’t get it. I wouldn’t say I like starting conversations unless I see someone interested in talking to me.
I open up to people who possess a good vibe – the biggest reason why they see me as a mysterious person. If they don’t have that vibe, I wouldn’t start anything with them.
Fact: If I’m quiet, it means I’m in my charging mode. I love solitude and don’t like anyone crashing my ‘me time’.
Hobbies
I love learning new skills for self-discovery. It helps me find my hidden passions.
I love engaging in productive hobbies like reading or writing. I loved singing in my teenage years but let that passion fade. I couldn’t handle the criticism as a teenager the way I can now.
I enjoy painting, exploring new restaurants, and watching my favorite series or documentaries in my free time.
A Psychology Enthusiast
I LOVE PSYCHOLOGY!
After completing my MA degree in Psychology, I planned to pursue further studies in the MPhil program and currently, it’s my second year of MPhil Psychology. Choosing the field of Psychology provided me with a strong groundwork for studying human behavior and cognitive processes.
I never thought I would love Psychology this much. I became so fascinated with this subject that I started reading books that were not even a part of my syllabus. This made me realize that Psychology keeps me curious and excited.
The best thing about this subject is studying the unconscious and understanding why we do what we do — it fascinates me.
I’m here on Medium because I love to help people understand psychological concepts in easy words. Also, writing and reading increase my knowledge and keep me updated.
There is a reason why I have been very interested in studying the human psyche. I love encouraging people to have a healthy state of mind.
I don’t say ‘I’m perfect’ but the information I have can help people who aren’t aware of some amazing concepts that can change their lives if they apply them.
If you have a healthy mind, you will have a healthy body.
Work Experience As a Psychologist
My readers should know my background as a psychologist and the intended purpose of writing articles on Medium.
I have had the chance to work in a rehabilitation center to help patients recover from the vicious cycle of drug addiction. It taught me how people suffer from this addiction and how important it is to guide and support them.
Moreover, I conducted workshops with my team in some organizations for mothers of special needs children to spread awareness and work on their emotional intelligence and coping styles so that they can provide better care to their children. Our team organized some activities and engaged mothers emotionally by encouraging them to share their experiences.
I have also worked in an NGO as a psychologist, where I worked on the behavior of autistic children to develop their communication and social skills under supervision of an experienced behavioural psychologist.
My Writing Journey
I started writing on Medium in 2021 because I loved sharing experiences and knowledge with people so that they avoid mistakes that I have made along the way. I enjoy motivating others through my words. I help them in ways I can.
It’s a blessing if someone picks up a good thing from my articles and remembers them to change their lives.
Unexpected Experiences
I have also been a part of an IT company for the experience. I was passionate about Psychology so I took it as a part-time job along with my studies to gain experience. I don’t miss good opportunities, and they have helped me grow, giving me the support I needed to climb the mountain I want to reach. I am always thankful to God for this opportunity to work in an IT company.
If you ask for my advice, I’d say following your passion is the key to living a happy and fulfilling life. We don’t enjoy the things we are not passionate about.
A Research Student
I am actively enhancing my research skills as part of my career to deepen my understanding of psychological topics to make meaningful contributions to the research field. The MPhil program emphasizes research, and I find the process both engaging and rewarding.
I keep myself updated through recent developments in Psychology, which I share in workshops and my articles on Medium.
The Goal Behind My Passion
My only mission is to help people around me, making their lives happy and easy.
Psychology helps us maintain positive connections with others, which is necessary to survive and thrive.
We can make our societies better by studying human behavior. Writing makes it easy for me to communicate my ideas and knowledge with people, who share similar interests.
I hated writing once. Now, I am becoming better at it every day. This is how you discover yourself by trying new things.
Find your hidden talent, and become the best version of yourself.
Benefits of Reading My Content
Here on this profile, you will get my opinions on the experiences we all go through in our lives. You will get lots of information on different topics from a Psychologist about human behavior and ways to deal with it. Moreover, the content will focus on self-improvement, mental health, mental illnesses, inspiring stories, brain health, personal growth, and ongoing issues we see these days.
Why It’s Important To Know The Author
Although I never planned to write an introduction here on Medium when I started writing. But over time I realized it’s crucial for authenticity.
It’s important to understand the author of the articles you’re reading. Not all writers convey true information. So, choose your author wisely if you want information regarding something.
Good luck to all the readers and writers of Medium!
A Request For My Readers
Please check back for more articles and don’t hesitate to get in touch. I value your opinions and engagement in my articles. I would love to know about the psychology topics you are interested in. I will write my articles to align with the interests of my audience.
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