I really think we have become a nation of whiners and self important lazy people
I agree completely. We have so much that we take for granted. People should try traveling somewhere that has little or no air conditioning, no ice-cold drinks or ice cubes, and such inconveniences as having to walk or open doors manually or climb stairs. It seems that the more "modern" we get the fatter and lazier and whinier we get.
A huge economic downturn might make us healthier! We'll eat less, drive less, and get more exercise!