things that work

A collection of habits, hobbies, and favorites that make life feel a little more put together.
music • stories • productivity
A cozy book and coffee setup

Hi, I’m Isabella. This page is a collection of things that help me reset and stay grounded. Between classes, engineering work, and everyday life, I rely on simple routines and hobbies that actually work. Music, books, and familiar shows keep me balanced, and small habits help me stay productive without overthinking it. This is a snapshot of what that looks like.


Music I Like

A little indie, a little classic, and a lot of Spanish rock.

The Strokes

Always makes the day feel more cinematic.

Fleetwood Mac

Perfect for late-night drives and calm mornings.

Arctic Monkeys

Good for energy without chaos.

Hombres G

Spanish classic rock forever. Instant mood boost.

Maná

Classic songs that never get old.

Julieta Venegas

Soft, catchy, and always a good vibe.

Song Highlights

If you hear these, you’ll get the vibe immediately.

“Someday” — The Strokes

That nostalgic, warm-but-a-little-sad feeling in the best way.

“Thrown Down” — Fleetwood Mac

Dreamy and dramatic, like a movie scene at 1 AM.

“Last Nite” — The Strokes

Instant energy. The “okay, fine, I’ll do it” song.

Stories I Keep Coming Back To

Books, movies, and comfort shows that never miss.

Favorite Books

Wuthering Heights and The Secret History.

Intense vibes, messy characters, and obsession as a plot device.

Movies

How to Train Your Dragon

How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days

Cowboy Bebop

Comfort Shows

Gilmore Girls

Modern Family

How I Met Your Mother

Habits That Actually Help

Small things that make busy weeks feel manageable.

1–3 priorities

Pick a few things that matter most today. Everything else is bonus.

Reset the space

Five minutes to clear the desk makes starting easier.

Small timer

Even 20 minutes counts. Momentum matters more than motivation.

Course Schedule

Course Day(s) Time Notes
Transport Phenomena Mon/Wed/Fri 10:00–10:50 AM Problem-solving heavy
Physical Chemistry Tue/Thu 11:00–12:15 PM Concepts + math
Information Systems (MIS) Tue/Thu 2:00–3:15 PM Excel + systems
Engineering / Lab Work Flexible Varies Projects + research

Websites I Like

YouTube