About Nikmah

Welcome, and thank you for visiting my blog šŸŒæ

Hi, I’m Khoirun Nikmah, but you can call me Nikmah or NikNik. šŸ¤

I’m a writer at heart, a certified book editor, a lifelong learner, and a woman who finds meaning in the little things life has to offer. Writing and working with books have been part of my journey for years, shaping the way I see stories, understand people, and make sense of the world around me.

I created this blog as a little home for my thoughts, stories, and reflections—a place where I can be honest about what I’m learning, what I’m feeling, and how I’m growing along the way.

I’m drawn to understanding people, the stories we carry, and the many ways we find our way back to ourselves. I love exploring personal growth, creative writing, holistic health, self-healing, trauma recovery, books, and literature. My curiosity about human psychology and healing continues to deepen my appreciation for the complexity of being human and the importance of meeting ourselves and others with compassion.

For me, writing is more than putting words on a page. It’s a way to make sense of my experiences, listen to what’s happening within me, and meet myself with a little more understanding and kindness. As a writer and editor, I’ve come to appreciate how words can help us untangle our thoughts, give shape to our experiences, and find meaning in the stories we tell ourselves.

Through this space, I hope to share what I learn, the questions I’m still exploring, and the words that help me make sense of being human. Perhaps somewhere along the way, you’ll find something that speaks to your own heart, too.

Well... FYI

  • I have been a Certified Book Editor since November 7, 2024.

  • I have been a Certified Fundamental Health of Psychology since April 18, 2025.

What You’ll Find on This Blog

šŸŒæ Understanding Human Nature – Exploring the depths of human experience, emotions, and what it means to be human.

šŸ§  Practicing Self-Awareness – Reflecting on inner experiences, personal growth, and the journey toward understanding myself.

šŸ¤ Cultivating Compassion – Learning to meet ourselves and others with empathy, curiosity, and kindness.

✍️ Expressing Through Writing – Sharing reflections, essays, stories, poems, and free writing as pathways to understanding and compassionate healing.


My Portfolio (Click for More Details)

šŸ“š My Published Books

Here are some of the books I’ve written or contributed to:

1. KonMari Mengubah Hidupku
Published: 2018
A brief description: My personal journey on practicing KonMari Method and also comparing with 5S, DanShaRi and Minimalism Fumio Sasaki.
Role: Main Author
Publisher: Bentang Pustaka

2. Gemar Rapi, Metode Berbenahnya Indonesia
Published: 2019
A brief description : This book contains the experiences of the founder of Gemar Rapi in developing the Gemar Rapi method, along with illustrations and a general explanation of what the tidying method of Indonesia is.
Role : Main Author & Contributor
Publisher : Bentang Pustaka
šŸ“– [Link to Buy : https://mizanstore.com/gemar_rapi_65962]

3. Anthologies / Collaborations
- Sejuta Cerita Kita – Contributed the story titled “Pada Akhirnya”
- Ibu : Rampai Kata Menyimpul Rasa – Contributed the poem “Petuah Bunda"
- Klausa Cinta Pertama – Contributed the story titled “KEPO-knowing every particular object"
- Cerita Saat Jeda – Contributed the story titled “Rudimentary"
- Kita di Titik Temu – Contributed the story titled "Reconnect with Myself"


Let’s Stay in Touch
If something here resonates with you, I’d love to hear from you. Leave a comment or connect with me via Instagram: @nikmahwriter. And yeahh, welcome. I’m glad you’re here. Let’s keep learning about ourselves, understanding one another, and finding gentler ways to grow—one story at a time. 

Thank you for being part of this space.

Warmly,

Nikmah

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