Good question Tyler. I am reading a lot about alcoholism including biographies (which I am really enjoying), also looking up stuff on line and reading here.
Like SuperCrew I am just plain happier, I don't want to go back to drinking. It did take me a good 2 decades to come to this conclusion.
I can feel that my motivation is returning to do something creatively fulfilling but I'm really tired after work and don't have the energy at the moment. Its still early days (day 36).
I admire your energy to hit the gym, that's another thing I would like to work on