Two-Tone-Blue
Pessimism? No, not at all but it would be interesting to know where you got that from! Did you get it from that person who says sickness is rocket high and particulary amongst part-time crew who can't be bothered to do certain trips?
deeceethree
It might be openly discussed but it doesn't necessary have to be the truth. One thing you should learn is that many crew say things without really meaning it. This doesn't mean it doesn't happen because it does but usually those "bragging" about it don't do it.