Most of us have gone through our own little portion of hell. When we get a chance to relax in relative comfort, it serves no purpose to dwell on things that you can do nothing about. That doesn't mean that we never think of social inequities and other people's troubles. There are times appropriate for that also.
Well it is right to feel bad for people that are going through hell but you shouldn't do it in relative silence because it is a waste of thirsty ears. Right now I am watching a documentary called Doug and Slugs and me. It is about Doug Bennett, leader of the legendary 1980s Canadian party band Doug and the slugs. They had many way cool songs that I think you would enjoy and to start I highly recommend their song - Makin' It Work. Cheers!