Attitude?

I was in a meeting today that didn't go very well. There were eight of us in this discussion, and three of those who were there were negative in their outlook of what was happening around them.

What role of attitude play in ministry? I believe that there are times for constructive criticism and for the discussion of problems. I think that it is essential for growth. However, when does that kind of discussion become what might be called a bi*ch session? Is there a way to tell the difference?

Finally, beloved, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is pleasing, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence and if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. (Philippians 4:8)