To manage his mental state and distance himself from the 5/9 hack, Elliot adopts a strict, repetitive daily program: Breakfast with Leon. 10:00 a.m.: Helping around his mother's house. 12:00 p.m.: Lunch with Leon. 2:00 p.m.: Watching a basketball game. 6:00 p.m.: Dinner with Leon.
In the second season of Mr. Robot , several key pieces of "useful text" and monologues define its exploration of isolation, control, and reality. Key Philosophical Monologues Mr Robot - Season 2
He uses the phrase "Mind awake, body asleep" to try and gain control over his subconscious. Narrative Hooks and Clues Mr. Robot Season 2, Episode 10 Recap: Can't Hack It - GQ To manage his mental state and distance himself