Ep 3. The Big Sneeze

On the Verge is an American comedy-drama television series created by Julie Delpy, which premiered on Netflix on September 7, 2021. The show follows the lives of four middle-aged women - Justine, Anne, Yazmin, and Ell - who are at a crossroads in their lives and decide to embark on an adventure to rediscover themselves.

In the third episode of season 1, called "The Big Sneeze," the ladies face various challenges as they continue to navigate their mid-life crises. Justine, who has recently separated from her husband, finds solace in her work as a scientist but struggles to make meaningful connections with people. She attends a scientific conference where she meets a handsome man named Ryan who seems interested in her. However, Justine is skeptical of his intentions and is unsure if she is ready to start dating again.

Meanwhile, Anne is dealing with her own issues as she tries to balance her job as a real estate agent and her responsibilities as a mother. She discovers that her teenage daughter, Samantha, has been skipping school and decides to take matters into her own hands. Anne confronts Samantha, and their conversation leads to some unexpected revelations.

Yazmin, a successful writer, faces a creative block and struggles to come up with ideas for her next novel. She attends a writing workshop where she meets a fellow writer named Scott who inspires her to think outside the box. However, Yazmin's newfound creativity is short-lived when she suddenly gets hit by a big sneeze and starts experiencing strange symptoms.

Ell, on the other hand, is grappling with her own mortality as she deals with health issues. She attends a yoga class where she meets a yoga instructor named Tom who helps her to find inner peace. However, Ell's peace is disrupted when she receives a call from her doctor with some urgent news.

As the episode unfolds, the four women must confront their fears and insecurities as they continue on their journey of self-discovery. The Big Sneeze is a poignant and humorous exploration of the challenges of mid-life and the resilience of the human spirit.