So me and my boyfriend have always drank together. I am now Two weeks. Sober he is still drinking. I find it very lonely and we are just not connecting. Has any one No gone through the same thing and how did you cope.
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I have. It’s difficult but not impossible.
Just remind yourself that you have to do what is best for you. If your boyfriend truly cares for you then he will want what’s best for you too.
A.A. and ALANON meetings help with that too. Good luck and hang in there. 
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I have been married for 24 years and my husband and I have always been big drinkers. I decided to quit drinking(almost 10 days sober) and he has no desire to quit. It’s been very hard so I’ve isolated myself away from him and the drinking crowd in our neighborhood to prevent temptation. It’s not easy but it’s working for me to do what I’m doing. Idk if this helps but congratulations on 2 weeks sober and I wish you the best
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How are you doing today?
I’m doing better today I took your advice I’m just going to distance myself for the time being. Find other things to do How are you doing today.
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Glad you are doing good. It’s really helped me to get away from the drinking scene at home. I don’t care if ppl think I’m being a recluse lol. I’m doing what’s best for my recovery. I’m doing good thanks! It’s been a bit of a struggle the last couple of days but I’m pushing through. It’s always going to be a struggle though but we can succeed by supporting each other!
If he's an alcoholic or not you don't want to be around that in early sobriety. There will be triggers everywhere and living with someone who still drinks means there will be alcohol nearby and that will make it so much harder