Ep 11. Planning for the Future

Lifelong commitment is no laughing matter, but that doesn't mean there can't be a few laughs along the way. Married at First Sight puts the idea of love to a rigorous test, combining the excitement of a first date with the solemnity of a wedding. Season 6 Episode 11, "Planning for the Future," allows viewers to see how three different couples deal with the challenges of building their life together.

First up are Jonathan and Molly, who have been having communication problems from the start. In the last episode, Molly confessed to her friends that she's not physically attracted to Jonathan, and that she's been faking it in bed. Jonathan was crushed, and understandably so. Can they repair their relationship? Will Molly start to feel more attracted to Jonathan once they get to know each other better? The experts give them some exercises to improve their communication and intimacy, and the couple makes some headway. They also start talking about their future goals, which helps Jonathan feel like Molly is taking them seriously. But when Molly suggests that they might not be a good match long-term, Jonathan starts to get anxious again. Will they be able to stay committed, or will they break up at the end of the experiment?

Next, Jaclyn and Ryan are feeling the pressure to move forward. They've been together for a while now, but they still haven't said "I love you." Jaclyn is waiting for Ryan to make a move, but Ryan is worried that he'll scare her off if he expresses his feelings too strongly. They try to work through their fears and insecurities with the help of the experts, but it's slow going. One issue is that Jaclyn is worried that they might not have the same values, since she's more religious than Ryan. They talk about their differences and try to find a compromise that will work for both of them. Ryan also reveals that he's been thinking about proposing to Jaclyn, but he's not sure if he's ready yet. Can they find a way to take the next step together?

Finally, Shawniece and Jephte are dealing with a big surprise: Shawniece just found out she's pregnant. They're thrilled, of course, but they're also a little scared and overwhelmed. With a baby on the way, they need to start planning for the future, and that means figuring out where they want to live, how they want to handle finances, and what their priorities are as a couple. The experts help them work through some of these issues, and they also get some advice from other couples who've been in their shoes. Shawniece is worried that Jephte is not excited enough about the baby, and Jephte is worried that he won't be a good father. They talk about their fears and reassure each other that they'll figure it out together.

Overall, "Planning for the Future" is a thoughtful and engaging episode that shows the strengths and weaknesses of each of the couples. Fans of the show will be rooting for their favorites and hoping that they can overcome their obstacles and find lasting love.