Exactly my experience too.

I think Eth itself cannot be valued outside of the crypto currency sphere.
Eth is old , yes but whether it continues to be used and thrives all depends on the collective perception of the public of all crypto, ie Bitcoin etc. If people think are crypto are more hassle than they're worth , Eth (along with all others will become irrelevant). If by some chance, the mainstream media start singing the praises of any crypto and the sheep-like public start buying , then ETH's value will rise up

Sarah