Rest And Ricklaxation -

“Rick and Morty has always been a show that's been unafraid to dissect mental illness... “Rest and Ricklaxation” disrupts that trend and acts as one of the few episodes to mark an actual breakthrough for these characters.” Decider · 8 years ago

: IGN specifically praised the "sheer scope and animation quality" of the initial 20-minute mission, even though it was a fleeting sequence meant to show the duo's exhaustion. Perspectives from the Community Rest and Ricklaxation

“The idea is that Rick and Morty removed all the parts of themselves they thought of as weaknesses... but the harsh reality, embodied by Rick, is that these very idiosyncrasies make them who they are.” IGN · 8 years ago “Rick and Morty has always been a show

Critics and fans alike have found the episode's take on mental health and self-identity to be surprisingly profound. but the harsh reality, embodied by Rick, is