The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
- May 12
- 3 min read
“If you want to grow through life with a positive attitude, it takes work. Ready to get started?” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
Good “Tuesday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, & Patriots!” Welcome from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — May 13, 2025
Today’s Message is: “Grow Through Day!” Why Not?
“Leaders have to adapt and grow through constant changes. It’s important that as a leader you not only grow through leadership training, but you empower people you lead to learn and grow through challenging times!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)

More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“People grow through experience if they meet life honestly and courageously. This is how character is built.” — Eleanor Roosevelt
“Grow through what you go through.” — Unknown Author

“What rings true is that everything we grow through in life will work out for our good.” — Tyler Perry
“Life’s challenges are the sculptor’s tools, chiseling away the excess to reveal the masterpiece within, With each chip of difficulty, you’re carving a more profound sense of self, a truer reflection of your potential. Your struggles are the artist’s hand at work, shaping your destiny. Grow through what you go through.” — Unknown Author

“Be like the lotus: trust in the light, grow through the dirt, believe in new beginnings.” — Unknown Author
“Times of stress are also times that are signals for growth, and if we use adversity properly, we can grow through adversity.” — Abraham Tweski

“Life has taught me that you will grow through what you go through.” — Eric Thomas
“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!
Come join Volunteer, Army Veteran, Peer Support Specialist, & Writer/Author Kim Gwinner for "Tuesday Topic" edition of Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, sponsored and presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV).
We are asking everyone to share who we are and what support that Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing via WFL. If you know someone who is a veteran, first responder or a family member/caregiver, please ask them to join us for at least one meeting so they can learn more about what we do and how they can share their wisdom with others who may be able to learn from them.
Tuesday Topic: "Mindfulness Practices to Enhance Mental Well-being!"

Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Tuesday Topic" edition presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Tuesday (TONIGHT), May 13, 2025, @ 4:30 PM PT, 5:30 PM MT, 6:30 PM CT, & 7:30 PM ET
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Drop in every Friday Morning for “Coffee with Kim” with Volunteer, Army Veteran, & Author Kim Gwinner 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 “Coffee with Kim” Presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Every Friday 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/82870324338
“The meaning runs deep for those men and women who’ve served this country: 'Honor & Respect Always — Warriors for Life’!” COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

True leaders help their people grow through things they don't even know they're growing through.