Lyrics:
I’ve been missing appointments
And birthdays and sun sets
I’ve been watching too many movies
That do not pass the Bechdel test
And that makes me feel
Like I am a bad feminist
But I pirate them
So that makes it better, I guess

I’ve been trying to soul-search
And write more and destress
I’ve been clinging to hope
Like a guard rail, like a life vest
And I’ve been asking everyone,
“How long do you think the ache will last?”
They don’t know yet

Can something be prescribed to me?
I don’t like getting high but there’s
A game of operation in my skull
The bittersweet, the apathy
The backup plans, and stolen dreams
I’m trying to see the genius of it all

I’ve been losing my balance
My cellphone, and good sleep
I’ve been googling
“The best manifestation techniques”
And I’ve been taking quizzes
Based in pop psychology
And they’re always a letdown
But I’ve never been easy to please

I’m steeping in anxiety
I’m teetering on the tightrope
And I’m waiting for the moment when I’ll fall
The bittersweet, the apathy
The backup plans, and stolen dreams
I’m trying to see the genius of it all
I’m trying to see the genius of it all
I’m trying to see the genius of it all

But I’ve been missing appointments
And birthdays and sun sets
I’ve been watching too many movies

Bechdel Test

Former gifted kid, current broke independent musician
Ig: isabel_pless

A Peterborough-born wanderer, Sarah Tohnin (27) has finally returned home. Despite being drawn to music at an early age, Sarah lived as a visual artist until an itch to create a different kind of art began to emerge five years ago. In her time away from Peterborough, Sarah learned the ukulele and the guitar and has drawn inspiration from Connor Oberst, Benjamin Todd of “Lost Dog Street Band,” and Amigo the Devil.

Sarah creates impassioned and poignant songs revolving around the struggles of mental health, addiction, healing, body dysmorphia, as well as the economic class gap. 
In striving for recognition as a performer, Sarah is hoping that she can bring more representation for the lgbt+ people to the music community. She desires to use her voice, words, and stories as a platform to address harm reduction education and give hope to people who are struggling.

Sarah’s mantra is “Play. Practice. Be heard. Listen.” As those she draws inspiration from, Sarah hopes to share part of herself with the intention that her audience will find parts of themselves in her compositions. Her music exists to give recognition to those who feel unseen and unheard, and to give hope to those who need to borrow it.
To celebrate the release of my first demo, it's being released for free! But I would LOVE if anyone would be interested in sending donations to any of The following charitable or research services! thank you so much!
-MAPS is a non-profit organization seeking donations to develop medical contexts for psychedelics and marijuana. Donate today to support mental health research: maps.org/give
-Canadian Students for Sensible Drug Policy (CSSDP) is a Not-For-Profit organization that supports a growing network of chapters in schools and communities across Canada. Our chapters and our board of directors work together to represent the voice of students and youth in matters of drug policy on a local, national, and international level. Our members are passionate, engaged, and concerned with the negative impact of drug policies on our communities. Together, we’re making a difference and supporting change towards more sensible drug policies! https://www.gofundme.com/website-rebuild?member=2233828
if you have time or other donations, Contact https://www.facebook.com/askmewhyimhere to see if there is anything you can do to reach out and show love in your community (Durham region)

I had over 200,000 Spotify minutes last year.

Bechdel Test

Isabel Pless