Renee (23)

General

Music that hits you right in the feels Obsessive note-taking (yes, I’m that kind of organized) Late-night convos about everything and nothing Discovering niche things no one else is talking about Story-rich games, indie movies, and plot twists Saying “just one more episode” until the sun comes up

Music

My playlist is basically an emotional rollercoaster—expect chill lo-fi, dramatic movie scores, nostalgic 2000s bangers, and whatever moody indie track TikTok made me fall in love with last week. If it makes me feel something, it’s in rotation. Bonus points if it sounds like a sad robot having a breakthrough.

Movies

Love a good plot twist, chaotic energy, or those artsy films where everyone’s just staring at each other in silence. Favorites include anything by Jordan Peele, Studio Ghibli, or something so weird it makes me question reality. Also: yes, I do talk during movies (but only in a funny way).

Television

A mix of comfort shows, mind-bending dramas, and anime that made me cry at 3am. Think: Black Mirror, Avatar: The Last Airbender, The Bear, Stranger Things, and a bit of Brooklyn Nine-Nine to heal my soul. I probably quoted something while typing this.

Books

I love getting lost in stories that either mess with my head or make me feel deeply human. I read a lot of sci-fi, speculative fiction, and character-driven novels. Authors I keep coming back to include Neil Gaiman, Haruki Murakami, Octavia Butler, and Madeline Miller. I’m also a sucker for anything that blends philosophy with fiction or has a slightly surreal twist. Open to all kinds of recommendations—especially the ones that make you go “you have to read this.”

Heroes

People who stay grounded, curious, and kind in a world that constantly tries to rush them. Anyone who chooses growth even when it’s uncomfortable. Writers who put truth into words I didn’t know I needed. The quiet people who make big impacts without needing the spotlight. Also, fictional characters who mess up, learn, and keep going anyway.