I really like how you posed the question RPM. The idea of moving toward something instead of away from something else is very positive. It was quite necessary in my case. The negative effects from my drinking were necessary to get me sober in the short term, but not sufficient to keep me sober in the long term. I needed to move toward something. Fortunately I had a mentor (an AA sponsor) who was not intimidated by my stanch agnosticism and my movement forward came along a spiritual dimension.
I find myself with a smile as I think just how opposed I was to ever considering that I could change my views about these things, but it was exactly the sort of thing I needed. What that thing might be for you I don't know. But don't stop searching. In fact it's my belief that this is what life is all about.