You'll find that the sun will still rise, the sun will still set (and subject to meterologic conditions, you'll probably be able to see the sunrise and sunset, you'll sleep better, and you may even feel healthier.
For the occasional trip that you want that "oh so special status feeling," you can just pay for it. With planning, it frequently doesn't cost much more, such as a comfort or F seat. You also have lounge access with your card.
If the earth was flat, losing status would just cause you to eventually fall off the edge. But since it isn't, you''ll be ok. I promise.