The True
Self

Image courtesy of Max Hovey
As a content creator, Max has had his fair share of the ups and downs of social media. He takes us through his journey of self discovery, finding his true self and what led him to use his large social media following to discuss issues linked to body positivity, mental health and loving who you are. He is also the creator of the online community Happy Smiley Blog which encourages guest writers and interviewees to discuss about self-love, self-acceptance, mental health acceptance and queer awareness.

Max Hovey
(he/him)
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Writer, creator and activist who uses his large social media following and influence to promote and discuss LGBTQI+, mental health and body positivity. He runs the online community Happy Smiley Blog, that is encouraging people to help make the world a better place, one story at a time.