certainly agree with your point. i think group is a good place to get a footing with the practise, and perhaps also it is a little eerie, which i like. perhaps this is my own desire imprinting itself on the experience however. group has its value though.
just another voice recommending you do it
i have flirted with meditation but not stuck sincerely to it yet admittedly.
but go to a group meditation evening. when you open your eyes the sensation will be palpable... whatever sensation that is will probably be up to you!