"On the most personal level possible, when I was struggling with addiction, he was always there for me," John Owen Lowe says about his father in a chat with People. "I credit that with being one, if not the main, reason that I'm sober and living a healthy lifestyle." He began the "extreme" pattern of a "work-hard, play-hard" mentality in his early 20s, and his father recognized the familiar signs. 

Now, at the age of 26, John Owen has celebrated three years of sobriety, something he candidly posts about on Instagram. The young TV writer shows his followers "then and now" photos, reflecting on his change of heart and overall outlook, as well as encouraging those looking for help to reach out. On celebrating milestones with his father, John Owen tells People, "When I took my first-year chip, he and I spoke at a [12-step] meeting in front of 200 people. And it was one of the most profound experiences of my life." In turn, Rob says, "To give him his one-year [sobriety] chip, and for him to give me my 30-year chip, it defies articulation." The path to recovery for this father-son duo is certainly an inspiring one and opens up positive, helpful conversations around addiction.

If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction issues, help is available. Visit the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration website or contact SAMHSA's National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).

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