When the prevalent attitude tends towards negativity, and yet you stay; it is time to examine your motivations.
When you cheer me as I move on, and yet do not take any steps to follow suit, it is time to examine your real feelings.
It is so easy to say “I am in a rut” or “I have no choice”.
Bullshit I say!
If you have complaints, voice them, and actively work towards eliminating them.
If they are beyond your control, determine whether you can live with them.
If yes, stop complaining.
If no, remove yourself from that situation.
And don’t give me crap about how impossible it is to move. There is ALWAYS a way out. It is not easy. Or without risk. Or even pretty. But it exists.
If your situation merits constant complaints, get your head in gear and your feet in motion.
Otherwise, shut up. Stop making your area a negative place. It does no one any good.