The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
- May 7
- 3 min read
“The power of your mind is infinite. Open your mind and take charge of your thoughts Your mind matters!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
Good “Thursday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, & Patriots!” Welcome from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — May 8, 2025
Today’s Message is: “Mind Day!” Why Not?
“Leadership is not about ego, so having a closed minded attitude and not taking input from others is the ingredient for disaster. Positive and success oriented leaders keep an open mind to build trust and create positive communication. Voices want to be heard, so always have an open mind!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“I found that when you start thinking and saying what you really want then your mind automatically shifts and pulls you in that direction.” — Jim Rohn
“A mind is like a parachute. It doesn’t work if it isn’t open.” — Unknown Author
“Don’t be pushed around by the fears in your mind. Be led by the dreams in your heart.” — Roy T. Bennett
“Be positive. Your mind is more powerful than you think, What is down in the well comes up in the bucket. Fill yourself with positive things.” — Tony Dungy
“Your calm mind is the ultimate weapon against your challenges. So relax.” — Bryant McGill
“If you correct your mind the rest will fall into place.” — Unknown Author
“Deliberately feed your mind the good, the pure, the powerful and the positive.” — Zig Ziglar
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“The meaning runs deep for those men and women who’ve served this country: 'Honor & Respect Always — Warriors for Life’!” COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
Good afternoon Col Burroughs and all of my brothers and sisters here on VFV. The mind is the very essence of our being, use it wisely for the betterment of yourselves and others. Have a blessed day today and always.
Taken from:https://www.gotquestions.org/what-is-the-mind.html
What is the mind, biblically speaking?
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what is the mind
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There are a great many words in both Hebrew and Greek that are translated “mind.” In the Old Testament, the word that is often translated “mind” is the word for “heart.” Sometimes the word heart refers to the actual physical organ, but many times it refers to the inner being—the seat of the will and the emotions. In the New Testament, the word kardia, the Greek…
Good leaders move their organizations forward through positive changes that come from the minds of others. Someone who isn't open to the ideas of others should change their mind about wanting to be a leader.