if you want to get really hardcore about it, you can try to only cast between server tics. what i mean is, every 6(?) seconds there is a check to regen some hp and mana. if you are sitting, you get more than if standing. so if you are sitting for the check, stand to cast, and then sit before the next cast, you get more mana then if you cast during one of those checks.
another tip is to learn to use regen when you get it. while the first level regen doesn't last very long, it is a very effecient way of healing yourself over time when you are taking some damage but your life isn't in immediate danger.
at higher levels a druid can reliably root/rot a single mob while staying at nearly a consistent mana level (without a manastone or anything), or you can take the route of quad kite 4 mobs, then sit afk in a safe spot for 7-8minutes and come back to do it again. nice way to level while getting small chores done.
but you also had it right when you said only cast what you need to. use heals/regen as needed. dont bother healing yourself if you are just going to be medding anyway, since your hp will regen naturally as well from sitting, etc.
good luck and welcome
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