We see more of the dynamic between Eleanor’s neighbor Tahani and her silent soulmate, Jianyu (who later reveals his own secret). Themes & Lessons

Eleanor struggles with doing the right thing for its own sake versus doing it just to avoid being caught.

The guide for the second episode of the first season of The Good Place , focuses on Eleanor Shellstrop's continued efforts to prove she belongs in the afterlife. Episode Summary

The Good Place, Flying ... Eleanor tries to prove that she's worthy of Chidi's help; Michael senses a flaw in his neighborhood.

In this episode, Eleanor attempts to demonstrate her worthiness by volunteering for a neighborhood cleanup after a chaotic night of "flying" leads to massive amounts of trash falling from the sky. Meanwhile, Michael becomes increasingly concerned that there is a fundamental flaw in his neighborhood's design.

After a successful "Good Place" event, the residents are rewarded with the ability to fly. However, because Eleanor doesn't truly belong, her presence causes a storm of trash to fall during the celebration.

The Good Place, Flying ... Eleanor tries to prove that she's worthy of Chidi's help; Michael senses a flaw in his neighborhood. Watch The Good Place Season 1, Episode 2: Flying - Peacock

Michael, the neighborhood architect, begins to spiral into an existential crisis, believing he has failed as a creator because of the unexplained disasters.