Ep 6. Hindsight is 20/40

In season 1 episode 6 of Being Mary Jane, titled "Hindsight is 20/40," Mary Jane is grappling with the aftermath of her affair with Andre. As Cynthia gives her a ride to work, Mary Jane reflects back on past relationships and the regrets she's experienced. She wishes she could go back and correct her mistakes, but knows she can't turn back time.

Once at work, Mary Jane finds out that Andre has been promoted to Senior VP of their company and now has a say in her show's programming. This puts her in a difficult position because she knows Andre's wife wants him to distance himself from Mary Jane. She doesn't want to lose her job or jeopardize her future career, but also doesn't want to cut ties with Andre completely.

In the midst of this turmoil, Mary Jane seeks counsel from her best friend, Mark. As a gay man, Mark has a unique perspective on relationships and he advises Mary Jane to take some time to evaluate what she truly wants. He reminds her that while Andre may be exciting and new, he's still a married man and there are consequences to getting involved with him.

Meanwhile, Mary Jane's brother, Patrick, is struggling with his own relationship issues. He's been seeing a woman for a few weeks and is unsure about where the relationship is heading. Mary Jane offers her advice and tells him to be honest with his girlfriend about his feelings. She also admits that she's envious of his ability to start fresh with someone new.

As the episode progresses, Mary Jane begins to see the toxic pattern of her past relationships. She realizes that she's often gone after men who are unavailable or married, and that this is a reflection of her own emotional issues. She decides to take a break from dating altogether and focus on herself.

In the end, Mary Jane realizes that hindsight really is 20/40. She can't change her past mistakes, but she can use them as an opportunity for growth. She resolves to be more intentional with her future relationships and to not settle for less than she deserves. The episode ends on a hopeful note, with Mary Jane feeling empowered to take control of her life.