[s1e2] Alan Learns To Meditate Direct

The episode's title refers to Alan's attempts to clear his mind to cope with the trauma of his captivity. These attempts trigger deep, painful memories: SO1EO2 "Alan Learns to Meditate" - Post Episode Discussion

The episode ends on a suspenseful note when Alan hears floorboards creaking upstairs while Sam is supposed to be gone. He screams for help, only for the door to open and reveal a second person in the house. The Meditation & Flashbacks [S1E2] Alan Learns to Meditate

After Sam leaves, Alan tries to use a plastic fork from his meal to pick the lock on his foot shackles. The fork breaks, leaving him more desperate. When Sam returns and notices the broken plastic, he dryly points out that such an escape is impossible. The episode's title refers to Alan's attempts to