Oh crap. Nobody ever told me that gear was integral to improving your performance!
WHM don't need inherent refresh. We get Cure V, Cure VI, Curaga, stat curing spells, Arise, and Afflatus Solace. We've been at the top of the heap for so long. Stop being petty and let the rest of the mage jobs have a shot. Or sub Red Mage. That's what subjobs are for; to augment you and give abilities you don't naturally get.