The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
- 14 hours ago
- 3 min read
“Don’t compare yourself to others to be strong. Stand up and respect yourself — it’s called self-respect!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
“Ooooh, Yeah! It’s that day again — Happy Hump Day Everyone!”
Good “Wednesday & Hump Day” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, & Patriots!” Welcome to the middle of the week from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — May 14, 2025
Today’s Message is: “Respect Yourself Day!” Why Not?
“Having self-respect as a leader is so important. It is the foundation of effective leadership. It comes from within and if you respect yourself as a leader it sets the example and the standard on how you treat the people you lead. Believe in yourself and respect yourself as a leader!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“Respect yourself, respect your own inner voice and follow it.” — Osho
“Respect Yourself enough to walk away from anything that no longer serves you, grows you, or makes you happy.” — Unknown Author
“The way you give your name to others is a measure of how much you like and respect yourself.” — Brian Tracy
“Respect yourself and others will respect you.” — Confucius
“Respect your efforts, respect yourself. Self-respect leads to self-discipline. When you have both firmly under your belt, that’s real power.” — Clint Eastwood
“Respect Yourself. Don’t let negative thoughts and negative people tear down your self esteem. Surround yourself with a bubble of peaceful, positive, loving energy. Have respect for your sacred being, and watch your self-confidence soar!” — Unknown Author
“It takes wisdom to treat yourself with the same patience and respect that you show others. Be kind to yourself. If you don’t value and respect yourself, how can you expect others to?” — Kathryn Pollack
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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
