Ep 3. Situationships

Can't Cope, Won't Cope season 2 episode 3 titled "Situationships" follows the lives of Aisling and Danielle as they navigate their way through young adulthood. Aisling has just moved out of her parents' house and into a new flat with her boyfriend, but things aren't as perfect as she thought they would be. She's struggling to adapt to her new living situation and it's causing tension between her and her boyfriend. Danielle is feeling lost and unsure of her future since dropping out of college, so she turns to her ex-boyfriend for guidance.

The episode starts with Aisling and her boyfriend, Ryan, settling into their new flat. Aisling is excited about their new living situation but quickly realizes that Ryan isn't as thrilled as she is. They argue about the different expectations they each have for their relationship and their living situation. Aisling is frustrated that Ryan doesn't seem to care about decorating and making their new place a home, while Ryan feels pressured to have everything sorted out right away. The argument ends with both feeling uneasy about their relationship and Aisling questioning whether moving in together was the right decision.

Meanwhile, Danielle is also feeling uneasy about her life. She's just dropped out of college and isn't sure what to do next. To make things worse, her family is pressuring her to find a job and start being more responsible. She turns to her ex-boyfriend, Alex, for guidance since he seems to have things sorted out. Danielle and Alex spend the day together, with Alex trying to convince Danielle to go back to college and finish her degree. Danielle is hesitant, feeling unsure if that's really the right path for her to take.

Throughout "Situationships," Aisling and Danielle are both dealing with the struggles of young adulthood and the pressures of trying to figure things out on their own. They each turn to their respective partners for support, but find themselves questioning whether they're in the right relationships. Aisling struggles with the idea of compromise, wondering if she and Ryan can ever meet in the middle when it comes to their priorities. Danielle, on the other hand, questions whether she should be relying on an ex-boyfriend for guidance or if she should be figuring things out on her own.

As the episode comes to a close, Aisling and Danielle both find themselves in situations that force them to confront their feelings and make some tough decisions. Aisling gets an unexpected visit from an old friend, forcing her to confront some unresolved issues from her past. Danielle, after a heart-to-heart with her mother, decides to take a leap of faith and go back to college. The episode ends with both Aisling and Danielle taking steps to move forward and figure things out on their own terms.

"Situationships" is an emotional episode that delves into the struggles of young adulthood and the pressures of trying to figure things out on your own. Aisling and Danielle are relatable characters, each struggling with their own insecurities and uncertainties about the future. The episode is a reminder that sometimes it takes a little bit of discomfort to grow and find what truly makes you happy.