Scholar-Journalist of the Week: Well-being: A part of our life

Meet Fatima Maruf, a dynamic and talented student with an unwavering passion for enhancing her quality of life and the lives of others. A skilled writer and avid reader, she finds solace in the written word and draws inspiration from the realms of literature. Alongside her literary pursuits, Fatima’s love for music resonates deeply within her, offering a source of motivation and creativity. Gifted with intelligence and a confident demeanor, she fearlessly expresses her thoughts and ideas, earning the admiration of her peers and educators alike. With her sights set on a promising future, she aspires to become a lawyer, envisioning a path where she can use her communicative prowess and unwavering determination to advocate for justice and make a meaningful impact in the world. She is a class X student at Apeejay School, Nerul in Navi Mumbai.

Read on to know more about her.

Tell us about your interests/hobbies.

I am fond of learning new subjects and reading books. In my free-time, I often listen to music. K-pop is amongst my top picks.

A recent book you read? Your take away from it.

I am reading Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear. In one of the chapters, I came across the concept of discipline and how it plays a role in an individual’s life. So, I understood that discipline is essential not only for being a good student but also a good citizen of the society.

As part of Scholar-Journalist, you wrote about well-being. Share more about the theme.

According to me, well-being is one of the most essential components of life. It doesn’t mean physical health but also mental calmness. As we grow older, we become more and more weighed down with responsibilities and tend to struggle under the pressure. Therefore, one must start adopting healthy habits early on.

To improve your quality of life, what changes have you made?

On a daily basis, I try to manage my time effectively. I make a schedule of my regular tasks too. A new habit that I have inculcated is journaling. It helps me express my thoughts and emotions. These small changes are helping me in a big way.

Any writing tips for your classmates?

Express your thoughts clearly. Don’t use difficult language.

Your career goal.

I hope to become a lawyer.