Sounds like a personal problem. Just because you had a bad experience doesn't mean you have to pi$$ on someone else's corn flakes. I've been at my regional for almost 7 years now. It took 6 to upgrade! Has the experience been ideal? Not exactly. But what I can say, is that I enjoy my job every day and look forward to where my career is taking me next.

To the OP, don't listen to some of these blow hards on here. They are unhappy and feel like they need to bring everyone else down with them. This job isn't what it used to be, and the bar does need to be raised for regional pilots. Life is not perfect and neither is this job. Do some research and find what airline best suits you. There is so much to take into consideration that "which is best?" really depends on no one but you. And when you do finally make your decision, don't let anyone give you crap for it. It's your life, your career and ultimately your decision. Good luck!