AH123,
People can generally only complain about the things they know about. The idea that the same people working in different jobs, having the same or different problems, is irrelevant to those people. The grass usually looks greener from a distance.
Passion and optimism never got anyone anywhere; it's all about cold hard facts! Or atleast that's what some people will tell you.
Do your own research, and make your own choices. You can't be taught another persons experience. My point is, regardless of the state of the industry, if you really want to take a chance on a pilot career and more importantly can afford to, then only you will know. Isn't it better to try and fail than live and die comfortably in regret?