I believe it is a double edge sword. venting can lead you down a path of self loathing. President Nixon during the water gate investigation was said to have these outcries where he would throw himself on the floor screaming ' look what they did to me' After investigating wtf he was talking about they found out 'they' were some kids who would pick on him as a boy. He allowed himself to be consumed. Venting is a means to hear your problems out loud and its purpose should be to find a solution.