Evy said above, it may be because this is an FF title, there are a lot more people who would rather be independent from group content.

I'm one of those people too.

1) I am a Square, Squaresoft, Squee fangirl first, last and always. I play XIV because it's FF, not because it's an MMO. I love FF content. I only ever buy a new version of Playstation, when a new FF title requires it for a new FF release.

2) I cannot STAND having to depend on others; and; I can't stand putting others in a position to depend on me. You take care of yourself, I take care of myself; the Devil take the hind-most (yes, this is me in Reality too).

It took me almost 2 years to finish the 2.0 + content through to Chrysalis because I hate group dungeoning. But. I love FF. So I soldiered on and finished, step by wincing Steps.

Other MMO don't make you do this. SWTOR famously. You can finish every single story quest line with just your NPC companion. Need not involve others.

But... I am not demanding a change. This game is what it is, it's too late to go back; I will just progress slowly... roadblock at the required cooperative play for a bit... and move on.