I was very confused at first, but grew accustomed to the new play-style. I have to play smarter now. My elemental spells seem to hit harder, I have to use more skills which I haven't even looked at pre-patch, I have to watch what other CONs in my party are doing so I don't waste my mp on unnecessary heals....

You just can't spam spells like crazy any more, and I'm not ashamed to say I'm loving it.