There is absolutely nothing wrong with complaining and criticizing but what would probably make it all more effective is how we do it.
If we complain and criticize in an outrageous manner or if we do it in a nasty way, chances are that 99% of the time our moaning and groaning would fall on deaf ears. However, if we do it in a constructive way then the chances of gaining listeners would be much higher.
As they say, it is not what we say but how we say it. It is when we say it and the words we use to say it. It is the tone of our voices that determines how it would be received by those around us.
If we shout and swear when we complain and criticize then you can bet your bottom dollar that almost no one is going to pay attention. However, if we are calm, collective, and methodical when we complain and criticize then chances of success will increase dramatically.
If we adopt the right strategy then our complaints and criticisms will more than likely be viewed as constructive but if we choose to take the noisy approach then complaints and criticisms will be exactly what they are; nothing but complaints and criticisms!
Just my two cents for today.