“Sheldon thinks that the only solution to Leonard's problem is an eye-for-an-eye theory... Sheldon volunteers his services and his tongue.” Entertainment Weekly · 10 years ago The Big Bang Theory recap: The Separation Oscillation
Reviewers generally found the episode to be a mix of high emotional stakes and classic sitcom humor. Watch The Big Bang Theory S09E02 HDTV x264-LOL gr
: Leonard and Penny continue to struggle after their wedding. To ease Penny's mind, Leonard confronts Mandy Chow , the woman he kissed on the North Sea expedition. During their conversation, Leonard realizes he may have subconsciously sabotaged his relationship because he felt he didn't deserve Penny. “Sheldon thinks that the only solution to Leonard's
: Bernadette feels immense guilt because she knew about Leonard’s kiss years ago and never told Penny. Critical Reception To ease Penny's mind, Leonard confronts Mandy Chow
: Devastated by the breakup, Sheldon films a "scathing" episode of Fun With Flags focused on "flags of countries that were torn apart" and the women he feels were responsible—clearly targeting Amy.
: Some critics found Sheldon's behavior toward Amy to be "at its worst," noting that he used insults to get her attention rather than growing from the experience. However, others praised Jim Parsons' performance, particularly in a "sizzling" but unexpected dream-sequence kiss with Penny.