Blog — Mama Fales

“Don’t Lie”

“Don’t Lie”

There are a myriad of ways we lie to people, and hurt ourselves at the same time, such as intentionally deceiving someone, telling “white lies,” sharing part of the truth but not the whole truth, and staying silent when we know we should speak up and say something. After listening to this chapter, I decided I needed to become more intentionally honest in everything I do and say. I also decided to start being more courageous when I know in my heart that I need to say something to someone.

Happiness & Self-esteem, Living a Christian Life, FamilyKristine Litster FalesNovember 9, 2018Comment

Choice #9: Environmental

Choice #9: Environmental

The physical environment that you see in your home is closely related to the spiritual environment that you feel in your home. When you choose to create a refuge of comfort and peace by beautifying your surroundings, you will feel real joy in your home, and your happiness and self-esteem will rise.

Family, Happiness & Self-esteem, Running Your HomeKristine Litster FalesNovember 9, 2018Comment

God’s Power: Alcoholics Anonymous Step #8

God’s Power: Alcoholics Anonymous Step #8

Yes. We must accept the blame. We must stop making excuses. We must stop rationalizing our behavior. We must make amends and restore justice. This is the only way we will find true peace.

Addiction & Recovery, Preventing AddictionKristine Litster FalesAugust 30, 2018Comment

Reflections on Marriage—D is for Dating

Reflections on Marriage—D is for Dating

My two favorite role models for creating a happy, successful marriage came from President David O. McKay and his wife, Emma Ray Riggs. On their 65th wedding anniversary, President McKay referred to their married life as 65 years of “wedded courtship.”

Dating & Marriage, FamilyKristine Litster FalesAugust 30, 2018Comment

Choice #8: Organizational

Choice #8: Organizational

Time is the master of life. You cannot speed it up or slow it down. It controls you; you cannot control it.

Happiness & Self-esteemKristine Litster FalesAugust 30, 2018Comment

Are You Out of Control with Your Finances???

Are You Out of Control with Your Finances???

Just like you are in the habit of carving out time each week to attend church or doing other pleasurable activities that are important to you, you can carve out some time each week to review and discuss finances. You will be blessed financially and spiritually when you do it!

Family, Happiness & Self-esteem, Running Your HomeKristine Litster FalesAugust 30, 2018Comment

The Ninety and Nine

The Ninety and Nine

The ninety and nine were doing just fine but one sheep went quietly astray…

Addiction & Recovery, Happiness & Self-esteem, Living a Christian LifeKristine Litster FalesAugust 30, 2018Comment

He’s My Brother . . . She’s My Sister

He’s My Brother . . . She’s My Sister

When we are feeling weak, we need to lean on those who are strong. When we are strong, we need look around to see who might need our friendship and kindness to help them through the difficult times in their lives. We need each other.

Living a Christian Life, Happiness & Self-esteem, Addiction & RecoveryKristine Litster FalesAugust 30, 2018Comment

God’s Power: Alcoholics Anonymous Step #7

God’s Power: Alcoholics Anonymous Step #7

I know that as we take God’s hand, and ask for His help to leave the past behind, our shortcomings will gradually be replaced with new habits and spiritual power through our faith in God.

Addiction & Recovery, Preventing AddictionKristine Litster FalesJuly 31, 2018Comment

Choice #7: Intellectual

Choice #7: Intellectual

Education should be a life-long quest. Your confidence in yourself will increase as you develop new skills and talents and have the courage and willingness to share them with others.

Happiness & Self-esteemKristine Litster FalesJuly 31, 2018Comment

Reflections on Marriage—Z is for Zeal

Reflections on Marriage—Z is for Zeal

A happy marriage is created by choosing to fill it with zeal! This goes along with my mission statement to “empower individuals, revitalize marriages, and fortify families through the mastery of choice.”

Dating & MarriageKristine Litster FalesJuly 31, 2018Comment

God’s Power: Alcoholics Anonymous Step #6

God’s Power: Alcoholics Anonymous Step #6

You have the Power to ease all my pain, to remove all the dirt, erase all my shame. I can’t change myself, it’s true. But I know I can change—with You.

Addiction & RecoveryKristine Litster FalesJuly 31, 2018Comment

Choice #6: Psychological

Choice #6: Psychological

To understand yourself, you have to be honest. You need to recognize your faults and not waste time trying to find someone else to blame for your problems.

Happiness & Self-esteem, Preventing AddictionKristine Litster FalesJuly 31, 2018Comment

Reflections on Marriage―J is for Joy

Reflections on Marriage―J is for Joy

If you want more happiness in your marriage, serve others more frequently and unselfishly. You will find true joy.

Dating & Marriage, Happiness & Self-esteem, Living a Christian LifeKristine Litster FalesJuly 31, 2018Comment

God's Power: Alcoholics Anonymous Step #5

God's Power: Alcoholics Anonymous Step #5

It is time to cut the strings. It is time to stop being a puppet. It is time to look at yourself honestly. It is time to admit your mistakes. It is time to apologize for your hurtful, sinful behavior towards others. It is time to get real.

Addiction & RecoveryKristine Litster FalesJuly 31, 2018Comment

Choice #5: Social

Choice #5: Social

Enjoy being your best self and reaching out to others in loving service. Selfishness is the root of all inequality. Selflessness is the companion to all genuine relationships.

Happiness & Self-esteemKristine Litster FalesJuly 31, 2018Comment

Reflections on Marriage―Q is for Quiet

Reflections on Marriage―Q is for Quiet

An empty barrel does not have water to share. I believe in filling my barrel every day, not only so I can fill full and refreshed myself, but also so I have something to give to others around me. Filling my barrel is not difficult to do, but it does take time and the knowledge of where to go to seek a pure source of living water—which is through our Savior, Jesus Christ.

Happiness & Self-esteem, FamilyKristine Litster FalesJuly 30, 2018Comment

God's Power: Alcoholics Anonymous Step #4

God's Power: Alcoholics Anonymous Step #4

Do I know who I really am?
Do I know what I’m all about?
There’s a fear in looking in.
There’s a fear in finding out.

Kristine Litster FalesMay 1, 2018Comment

Choice #4—Emotional

Choice #4—Emotional

When you keep feelings hidden from others, you cannot connect with them, and your relationships will remain on a shallow, superficial level.

Happiness & Self-esteemKristine Litster FalesMay 1, 2018Comment

Reflections on Marriage: E is for Exercise

Reflections on Marriage: E is for Exercise

I have had an inconsistent exercise program throughout my entire life. But this I know: Something is better than nothing!

Dating & Marriage, Happiness & Self-esteemKristine Litster FalesMay 1, 2018Comment