: Becomes fixated on the idea that her "shortcoming" is her brother Wesley's lack of ambition, leading to conflict when he visits New York.
" 15. Shortcomings " refers to the fifteenth episode of the second season of , which first aired on September 12, 1999. This installment is frequently remembered for its focus on the "shortcomings" of the characters' romantic partners and Carrie’s attempt to date a promising writer whose family life proves more appealing than his own. Plot Overview 15. Shortcomings
: The episode is often placed in the lower-to-middle tiers of series rankings. Rolling Stone ranked it 75th out of 94 episodes , noting it might be forgettable if not for the guest appearance by Justin Theroux. : Becomes fixated on the idea that her
: Begins dating Vaughn Wysel (played by Justin Theroux), an acclaimed short-story writer. While Carrie is deeply enamored with his "perfect" family—particularly his mother, Wallis (Valerie Harper)—she must contend with Vaughn's struggle with premature ejaculation , a significant physical shortcoming that threatens their relationship. This installment is frequently remembered for its focus
: Finds herself in a relationship with a man whose primary "shortcoming" is his lack of hygiene, specifically his refusal to wash his hands after using the restroom. Critical Reception