I raid to have an unique experience. Do you?

[Alemana]

I do instances to get gear that doesn't drop because I'm too afraid to attempt real end-game content because I know I'll get yelled at for not having said gear that won't drop.

[Feilina]

To summ it up. The OP would have had more fun if the drop chances have been lower?

I may have another goal for him, nothing other is needed as a goal to aim for.
Try to get you 2-star-gear. Craft it yourself or let someone craft it for you. But the thing is, collect the materials by yourself. You know AK, you know how many tomes drop. That could be your goal.
You got those gear pieces? Next goal is Materia!

If you can't or won't do that, take a break. But these two goals would do it for you, for the next 2-6 weeks, depending on you coming play style.