Do you have any recommendations on how one can pick a form of martial arts to pursue?

Everyone has different strengths, different weaknesses, and different comfort levels. If you're a person who doesn't like being close to people, don't go for a type of martial arts that only does grappling. If you're a person who likes using your hands, don't go to a kicking school. Each martial art has its specialties. Do your research on the different styles that are available in the area that you want to train. Visit them and see if that environment is conducive to your learning capability, your learning style, and for you as a person.