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Without either finding another WHM to teach you (and still needed the blessing of the Elementals somewhat), a soul gem, or some other thing like that, it is impossible to become a white mage.
Can these things happen? Yes. My character gained access to a Soul Gem through a relationship with another player who had access to one. It cracked, however, and she's been slowly losing the knowledge and the power, and has actually begun to lose access to her conjury entirely as her own knowledge had become tied into the gem.
The Jobs in FFXIV can be great aspects of a character, and can help drive plot. You just need a group of friends willing to help you with it, or else sell the story and explanation perfect. However, as you discovered, it's often easier just to go with the base class and become skilled. The best way to pull off any Job? Find a teacher ICly.
Can these things happen? Yes. My character gained access to a Soul Gem through a relationship with another player who had access to one. It cracked, however, and she's been slowly losing the knowledge and the power, and has actually begun to lose access to her conjury entirely as her own knowledge had become tied into the gem.
The Jobs in FFXIV can be great aspects of a character, and can help drive plot. You just need a group of friends willing to help you with it, or else sell the story and explanation perfect. However, as you discovered, it's often easier just to go with the base class and become skilled. The best way to pull off any Job? Find a teacher ICly.