Megan confronts a depressed Annie, who has hit rock bottom after losing her job and apartment. Through a series of physical provocations and a bizarre personal story about her own high school struggles, Megan forces Annie to stop self-pitying and take responsibility for her own life.
MEGAN: How many did you take?
ANNIE: Oh. Uh, I took nine. I overcommitted with this whole dog thing. I’d probably be more comfortable with six.
MEGAN: It’s a lot of energy to deal with. But you wouldn't know that because you haven't been returning my calls.
ANNIE: And say what? Hi, I can’t get off t
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