My my........... I so relate to you. I too used to think non drinking meant boring. My most shameful moments have all been whilst drunk. You are putting everything so well, v articulate, thank you.
I'm still early in my efforts but am proud to say I've managed over 4 months this time. I'm in community work and I'm also a qualified counsellor...... I've also been drinking for over 40 years........... the rest as they say....
Anyways, I'm with you and so are loads of people here on SR, we can do it, we really can.
A big help to me was a book called "The Sober Revolution - calling time on wine o'clock". Google it and see what you think.
Take care.
xx