Is it okay to not DPS?

[Seryl199]

I'll say this. Any down time should be filled with dps. If you believe in being the best, dps is the answer. If you believe in efficiency time-wise, dps is the answer. If you believe in having fun, while incredibly subjective, I still think dps is the answer. Because standing around doing nothing with a good to great tank, is very boring and not fun.

If you are struggling with it, start with just the dots.

I agree! Cleric Stance isn't necessary when you're starting out, just put in damage where you can, until you learn when it's safe to DPS for extended periods. However, you should by no means feel obligated to DPS, if you're making yourself uncomfortable, you're putting yourself in a position where you are more likely to make mistakes and wipe the party. People prefer being alive to seeing healers DPS.

That said, push yourself from time to time and cut it close, you won't know your limits until you reach them. It's still ok to make mistakes, and once you learn your boundaries, it's great to put out decent damage and pull off some finessed healing to impress your fellow adventurers.