The good thing about us though is that we're not paid to listen to you... we listen to you because we're genuinely interested and care about your well being. So don't stop talking on our account... I know I'm always happy to hear from you.

And you don't "whinge about stuff," you're allowed to tell people what's going on in your life.

Best way to get revenge on the sleeper cells is to get on with your life despite them. I know that's easier said than done.