Book Reviews
“Hairapy: Deeper than the Roots crawled inside the labyrinth of my mind and soul, took a scythe to the weeds, blew the fog away, and let the light back inside – something I could never find a way to do for myself, even through years of therapy. Like a kaleidoscope, it shifted the landscape and showed me “what if”. This book gently, patiently, and lovingly took me through my life, my patterns, my insecurities, and my self-loathing. It is a gift and an inspiration in my life. I now feel I deserve and am worthy to accept this gift.”
– Maureen Merriles, Paralegal
Orange County, California
“Reading Hairapy: Deeper than the Roots is like getting to spend quality time with Michael. I love Michael and I love his book. He's rejuvenated my life with a series of “re” words. He's helped me refocus my attention on the positive, rekindle my enthusiasm for life, and recapture my sense of childlike wonder. All without going anywhere near that other re word: rehab. How refreshing!”
– Robert Marsh, Writer
“Hairapy: Deeper than the Roots allowed me to realize where I was in my life and what possibilities were out there for me, and then empowered me in the direction I chose. My husband and I have established a much deeper, richer, intimate relationship than we ever thought possible. My two teenage children now get the authentic, loving, caring mom that they always deserved, and, as a family, we communicate from the realness in our hearts. Hairapy has become my “paperback psychologist”. It’s a great read and a fresh and fun perspective on life.”
– J. Braden
Newbury Park, California
“This beautiful book, Hairapy: Deeper than the Roots is like spending the evening with a dear friend who supports you, encourages you, accepts you, and inspires you to realize every fulfilling possibility in your life. Moreover, Michael Blomsterberg shows you how to be that friend to yourself.”
– Christopher Showerman, Actor
Los Angeles, California
“I read Hairapy: Deeper than the Roots last summer while I was going through some very tough treatments for HCV. The book worked synergistically with my treatments to give me the inner cleansing I needed. Hairapy is a journey into places of the heart, mind, and soul. It takes us to places we sometimes don't know if we should revisit, but when we do, we find something there – freedom. Hairapy truly helped me to unlock the past and move forward in my soul’s journey.”
– D. Peppers, Purdy, Missouri
“Hairapy: Deeper than the Roots is a must-have for any personal library. Just as if Michael Blomsterberg was inside my head, Hairapy seemed to speak directly to me. Each chapter I read brought me to a deeper awareness of myself as I laughed out loud and experienced numerous “ah-ha!” moments. This book has shown me how to notice the gold nuggets of my life that are hiding in plain sight for me to pick up, enjoy, and add to my bank of awareness.”
– Lori Valencour, Loan Officer
Prescott Valley, Arizona
“Hairapy: Deeper than the Roots runs the full gamut – from the insecurities of dating and self-image to our own mortality. Michael Blomsterberg took me on a virtual tour of my emotions, feelings and desires. Talk about self-examination made easy! Throughout the book, I was able to look at some issues clearly and accurately. Things I preferred to "keep to the back" weren't so scary anymore. They were disarmed by a combination of the author’s personal anecdotes, wisdom, and a splash of his wonderful humor.”
– B. Rapelje
West Hollywood, California
“Hairapy: Deeper than the Roots was like a door between two worlds: the world of my assumed self, and the world of my authentic self. When I read the book, that door burst open, and I landed a world of self-appreciation and self-love, a world where I'm enough the way I am. Now, I’m at peace with myself and every thing else that is!”
– Medi Kimbugwe Mohamed, Singer/Songwriter and Planning Consultant
Barugah Planning Consults, Kampala, Uganda
“I found Hairapy: Deeper than the Roots at a difficult time in my life. It helped me immensely. This book is unique because it isn't about focusing on what's wrong in my life; it's about focusing on what's right. Hairapy allowed me to look at common issues with humor and love and inspired me to go forward with a more positive outlook and renewed enthusiasm.”
– Keegan Kennedy, Loan Officer, PMAC Lending Group
Los Angeles, California
“Michael Blomsterberg is passionately committed to helping others improve their lives. His book, Hairapy: Deeper than the Roots, is the embodiment of that passion. Michael's friendly, easygoing style allows the reader to understand and, most importantly, retain the important advice he has to give. In a world overwhelmed with empty rhetoric, Hairapy is a wonderfully sincere approach to personal growth.”
– Shauna Stafford, Media Trainer
www.shaunastaffordmedia.com
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“Hairapy: Deeper than the Roots helped me to understand myself better, without finding fault in all that I’m not, by helping me to come to a place of valuing my self-worth. What is so amazing about the book is the way that the author uses his eyes and soul to tune in and connect. Would not the world be a better place if we women could feel like this, coming to a place of peace in our soul? This book should be at every salon!”
– Dawn Harris Patton, CEO Take it Down, Inc.
Los Angeles, California
“Hairapy: Deeper than the Roots touched the core of my being. I had been reading inspirational/self-help books for a long time yet when I put my fingers on this wonderful book, a profound transformation began. It helped me to open many doors in my life. Many more continue to open still. I now live Michael's book by accepting myself, celebrating my being, and living a life of openness.”
– Clovis Ategeka, Founder and CEO of VisionForce Uganda
Kampala, Uganda
“Hairapy: Deeper than the Roots has taught me that I am exactly who and where I am supposed to be in this journey called life. I have read this book over and over again, and I take something new away each time. This book truly is a self-awareness manual and a guide to increasing the joy in life.”
– Katrenia Horiski
Ocala, Florida
“Hairapy: Deeper than the Roots is inspirational; it's motivational. It's a true earth mover. Blessed is the person who gets a hold of this book. In its simplicity, it carries so much miraculous information about health, wealth, wisdom, appreciation, celebration, abundance, and more.”
– Semakula Saidi, Author, Visionary, Asst. Managing Director
VisionForce Uganda, Kampala, Uganda
“Hairapy: Deeper than the Roots is a great intuitive reference guide that always applies, no matter what is happening in my life. Each chapter gives a meaningful insight that has allowed many things to open up for me. I am so grateful for this guiding light.”
– Michelle Kramer, Entertainment Travel Tour Coordinator
Torrance, California
“We say in calculus, "the only constant is change." And so it is in life. Upon reading Michael Blomsterberg's book, Hairapy: Deeper than the Roots, I realized how well he had nailed the best ways to deal with the many aspects of change that life throws at us. Both in my professional life as well as my personal life, I apply or refer to one or more of the succinct truths from this book on a daily basis.”
– Dorothy A. Haas, Mathematics Teacher
Cypress, California
“Michael Blomsterberg has such a gift of getting to the “root” of so many different issues that we encounter in this unpredictable life. Hairapy: Deeper than the Roots presents this with wit, humor, honesty, and insight. Michael Blomsterberg makes complex ideas easily understandable. After I finished this book, I felt like I had a whole new perception on how to approach situations in my life that were once challenging.”
– Christina Ferragamo-Kimpton, HairArtist/Head of Public Relations
“The Music Factor”, Huntington Beach, California
“I go back to Hairapy: Deeper than the Roots when I feel that I need to refocus. Michael Blomsterberg cuts through the fat to the meat that lies at the heart of some of life’s most trying issues. Funny, insightful, and invaluable, this book has something to offer everyone. Whether you are experiencing joy, sorrow, “stuckness”, confidence, or glee; you can always learn something new about yourself with Hairapy.”
– Kelley Reischauer
Los Angeles, California
“Reading Hairapy: Deeper than the Roots is like drinking in a ray of liquid sunshine. Michael's positivity and heart shine through every page, and I could literally feel him championing me to embrace my power, beauty, and infinite potential. Hairapy helped me to more deeply integrate the cardinal truth that the world we experience is a mirror for how well we are loving and accepting ourselves. Michael shares this wisdom clearly and succinctly. Hairapy is brimming with quotes that I will be passing on to my own clientele.”
– Beth Ronsick, Life and Executive Coach
Shanghai, China