I think you're taking a sample set of 1 and applying it to an entire population. > Regarding the activity, it may make you feel better but my question is: does

I think you're taking a sample set of 1 and applying it to an entire population. > Regarding the activity, it may make you feel better but my question is: does it actually improve the situation? My counter is: yes. Yes it does. It feels good to rant, to get things off my chest. Complaining with others gives me a sense of camaraderie, that we're going through it together. I'm glad that your aunt's tactic works for her, but it doesn't work for everyone. No-one is required to rant if it doesn't work for them!