I remember going to meetings and feeling the same way, "You have got to be kidding me. These people have been here for how long???? Why aren't they doing something so they can move on and do something else with their time???"
Now, I see that they are doing something with their time. The meetings are about taking care of themselves, joining with friends and supporters and pulling back to center. Keep trying it on for size.
I don't attend meetings regularly any more, but I love knowing that I can and do when I feel the need for an extra boost and check in to help me stay on track.
All the best!