tbh i could recommend a ton of client-side cosmetic mods, but that's probably not quite what you're looking for. idk i haven't really gotten into Modded(tm) yet.

uhh i'll just put sound physics remastered and bedrock waters onto here to start out with. those are both really good.
i can put more if you want.

The mods I use most often are Xaero's World & Mini maps, Farmer's Delight and Bountiful. Survival playthrough is a lot more creative and interesting