This Is Us season 2 episode 11 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

In "This Is Us," the Pearsons visit a cabin in the Poconos, where childhood dynamics resurface. Kevin, feeling neglected, clashes with Randall over perceived favoritism from their parents. Flashbacks reveal Kevin's struggle for attention and Jack's concern about Kate's eating habits. At Kevin's rehab, a family therapy session exposes deep-seated issues. Kevin feels like a "fifth wheel," leading to his addiction

Full Episode S02E11 Recap

### Kevin's Childhood Memories - **The Family's Poconos Vacation:** The Pearsons head to a cabin in the Poconos. Jack plans to pick Kevin up from football camp on Friday to join them. - **At the Cabin:** Rebecca tries to manage Kate's eating habits, Jack returns home announcing the vacation, and Randall gets glasses, fearing school teasing. - **Kevin Arrives:** Kevin joins the family at the cabin, noticing Randall's new glasses. ### Current Day: Kevin in Rehab - **Family Therapy Session:** Kevin apologizes to Kate for his absence during her tough times and to Randall and Beth for the DUI incident with Tess in the car. - **Confronting Family Dynamics:** Kevin feels he was the "fifth wheel" in the family, leading to feelings of inadequacy and eventually addiction. - **Rebecca's Response:** She struggles to find a special connection with Kevin, admitting Randall was "easier" to love. - **Randall's Anger:** Randall confronts Kevin about his victim mentality and attention-seeking behavior. ### Flashbacks of Kevin's Childhood - **Kevin's Resentment:** Flashbacks reveal Kevin's feelings of neglect and competition with Randall and Kate for their parents' attention. - **Jack's Concern:** Jack worries about Kate's weight and relationship with food, trying to encourage her to be more active. - **Kevin's Rebellion:** Kevin feels ignored and acts out, hiding Randall's glasses and lashing out at his parents. ### Conclusions - **Kevin's Realization:** He acknowledges his childhood wasn't as happy as he thought, but still had its moments. - **Rebecca's Regret:** Rebecca regrets not realizing Kevin's struggles and feels she should have been more attentive to him. ### Toby, Beth, and Miguel's Perspective - **Feeling Like Outsiders:** They discuss feeling like outsiders in the Pearson family dynamics, comparing themselves to 'Star Wars' characters. ### Kate and Toby's Situation - **Kate's Confession:** Kate admits to Toby she's been hiding her eating habits since the miscarriage. ### Kevin and Randall's Bond - **Reconciliation:** Despite the heated exchange, Randall and Kevin reconcile, acknowledging their love for each other.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the Pearson family go to a cabin in the Poconos?

They go for a vacation; a new guy in Jack's accounting department offers his cabin.

How does Randall feel about getting glasses?

He's worried about being teased at school but tries to adjust to them.

What is Kevin's main issue during the family therapy session?

Kevin feels like he was the "fifth wheel" in his family, leading to feelings of inadequacy.

How does Rebecca react to Kevin's feelings?

She struggles to admit any special connection with Kevin, acknowledging Randall was easier to love.

What childhood incidents show Kevin's feelings of neglect?

Kevin hides Randall's glasses and expresses feeling ignored compared to his siblings.

What is Jack's concern about Kate?

He is worried about Kate's weight and her relationship with food.

How do Toby, Beth, and Miguel feel about the Pearson family dynamics?

They feel like outsiders, comparing themselves to 'Star Wars' characters.

What does Kate confess to Toby?

Kate admits she's been hiding her eating habits since their miscarriage.

How does the therapy session end for Kevin and Randall?

Despite a heated exchange, they reconcile and acknowledge their brotherly love.

What does Rebecca regret about Kevin's upbringing?

Rebecca regrets not being more attentive to Kevin's struggles during his childhood.

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