The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
- May 3
- 3 min read
“The power of your circle. Have a close circle that can inspire you, one you can confide in and one you trust!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
Good “Sunday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, & Patriots!” Welcome from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — May 4, 2025
Today’s Message is: “Circle Day!” Why Not?
“Great leaders can effect change. They share energy, insights and ideas within their leadership circle of influence. Through this close circle of influencers they can change attitudes, impact others choices, and start proactive initiatives to achieve change! Who is in your circle of influence?” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“The journey of life is a circle with no beginning and end.” — Karen Hackel
“Keep your circle positive. Surround yourself with good people, do good for others and good will come your way.” — Unknown Author
“Choose your circle wisely. Because people around us always influence our character, confidence and mentality.” — Unknown Author
“Your circle should want you to win. Your circle should clap the loudest when you have good news. If they don’t get a new circle.” — Unknown Author
“You can widen your circle of influence by widening your circle of service.” — Joseph Grenny
“Life is a circle of happiness, sadness, hard times, and good times. If you are going through a hard time, know that good times are on the way.” — Unknown Author
“Your circle of influence dictates your path.” — Jon Bielecki
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing FREE & CONFIDENTIAL Year-round Online Peer-to-Peer Support Nationwide for those with Invisible Wounds!
Drop in every Sunday afternoon with Army Veteran, Peer Support Specialist, & Volunteer Facilitator Diana Rodriguez for Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Journaling with Warriors!” and every Sunday night with Volunteers, Derrick Iozzio, Army Veteran and Steven Bates, Air Force Veteran for "Surmise with The Guys!" edition of (WFL), sponsored and presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV).
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Every Sunday Evening: "Surmise with The Guys!"
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Drop in every Monday Morning for “Cup O' Joe" with Volunteer and Army Veteran Derrick Iozzio as part of Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, Presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. VFV! Check out the times below and how to connect through Zoom!
Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Cup O' Joe" Presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Every Monday Morning starting at 6:00 AM PT, 7:00 AM MT, 8:00 AM CT, and 9:00 AM ET
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88191389604
“The meaning runs deep for those men and women who’ve served this country: 'Honor & Respect Always—Warriors for Life’!” COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
Sometime in elementary school we learn the circle of those they want to be around or avoid. Funny how that's one of those lessons that seems to stick with us throughout our lives.