Ep 9. Ritual-licious

Sam is still struggling with adjusting to college life and finding his place amongst his peers. While Sam has made progress with his social skills, he is still struggling to find true connections with those around him. He becomes intrigued with Casey's group of friends, who seem to have a lot of shared interests and a sense of community.

As Sam tries to find his own sense of belonging, his family is dealing with their own issues. Elsa is grappling with guilt over her past mistakes while trying to move forward with her life. Doug is struggling with work and communicating with Sam in a way that he understands.

Meanwhile, Casey is dealing with her own drama as she prepares for a big track meet and tries to navigate her complicated love life. When Sam witnesses a ritual that Casey and her friends perform before the meet, he becomes fascinated by the sense of belonging and camaraderie it provides.

As Sam delves deeper into Casey's world, he starts to question what it truly means to belong and tries to figure out where he fits in. With Casey's help, Sam decides to try something new and the siblings connect in a way they haven't before.

Ritual-licious is an emotional episode that explores themes of belonging, community, and self-discovery. Through Sam's journey, we see how difficult it can be to find your place in the world and how important it is to have a support system. The episode is a testament to the power of ritual and tradition in providing a sense of meaning and connection. Atypical continues to shine a light on the complexities of living with autism and the challenges that come with navigating relationships and social norms.