I refused to be powerless, so I took absolute and final control of my alcohol consumption by refusing to ever drink again. I will never again be hungover or guilt-ridden, or ashamed, or sick at soul because of alcohol.
If you think that you will be depriving yourself by getting and staying sober, this is going to make it tough for you. Instead, consider what it is that you are depriving yourself of by continuing to drink. There are many reasons to be sober, and it will help you to see what you will gain.
Life really is better sober. That's why we do it!