Viral 'This is Fine' Meme Perfectly Sums Up Jack Struggles in Virgin River

Whether it's through a clever caption or a hilarious image, memes can accurately sum up a character's personality, quirks, and even flaws.

One meme that has been making the rounds online for years is the infamous 'This Is Fine' meme, which has become a universal symbol of one's ability to appear calm in the face of chaos. And, when it comes to television characters, not many embody the spirit of this meme quite like Jack Sheridan from Netflix's hit show, Virgin River.

Jack Sheridan is a former Marine who runs a bar in the small town of Virgin River. He's often regarded as a pillar of support for the townspeople, particularly for the show's protagonist, Melinda "Mel" Monroe.

Throughout the seasons, Jack's struggles with PTSD and difficulty opening up to others have become a focal point in his storyline. It's clear that his past traumas and experiences in war have left deep scars that he's finding challenging to overcome.

There's no denying that Jack is one of the most beloved characters in the show. That said, it's impossible not to notice how he's always bottling up his feelings, which has left many fans frustrated with his behavior, specifically in the latest season of the show.

While they acknowledge that Jack has experienced serious trauma in his life, they also feel that it's time to stop putting on a facade and take consistent steps toward change.

What's troubling many viewers is how he always says he's fine and tries to seem like a perfectly functional person when, in reality, he's far from fine. Instead of opening up to Mel and communicating his struggles, we keep seeing how he buries his feelings in alcohol time and again.

Mel had been urging him to seek professional help, with Jack having been in deep denial about his need for assistance for a long time. Every time Mel caught him drinking, the tension between them only thickened, especially with the baby on the way.

After all, he told her he would stop drinking, then disappeared, and as it turned out - drank and fell asleep, leaving everyone worried about him. Now, by the end of the season, he finally went to see a therapist. So, we can only hope that this time, he can truly get a handle on this.

In many ways, Jack's attempt at appearing composed on the outside is what makes him such a compelling and relatable character. We all have our demons that we may not want to discuss with anyone and deal with in private. However, Jack's story also serves as a reminder that trauma can be an ongoing battle that requires constant attention and care.