I agree, and I like it this way. I like that we're not forced to commit to other people to progress our characters, what is usually the only thing that makes people play together.

For example, I'm in a T4 group right now, waiting for a tank. I'd rather go sleep, but here I am... I know for experience that I either take this opportunity, or run the risk of missing T4 this week (and I need my chest).

I'd hate to have this situation everyday, like in older MMORPGs.

Maybe I completely missed the point, but as I said, I'm sleepy... yet here I am, using the forums to maintain me awake.