The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
- 12 hours ago
- 3 min read
“Treat yourself with care and understanding. Do the very same with others!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
Good “Monday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, & Patriots!” Welcome to the new week from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — May 19, 2025
Today’s Message is: “Treat Day!” Why Not?
“Leaders are being watched all the time, so if you want to promote a culture of trust and respect, then you have to treat people with trust and respect. Listen, ask questions, and understand the people you lead. How you treat people as a leader matters!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)

More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“We get out of life what we put into it. The way we treat others is the way we ourselves get treated.” — Benjamin Carson
“How people treat other people is a direct reflection of how they feel about themselves.” — Unknown Author

“When we treat people merely as they are, they will remain as they are. When we treat them as if they were what they should be, they will become what they should be.” — Thomas S. Monson
“Treat people the way you want to be treated. Speak to people the way you want to be spoken to. Respect will always be given when it is earned.” — Unknown Author

“Treat people as if they were what they ought to be, and you help them become what they are capable of being.” — Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
“If we could look into each other’s hearts and understand the unique challenges each of us face, I think we would treat each other more gently, with more love, patience, tolerance, and care.” — Unknown Author

“Once you realize that the way we treat others is a reflection of how we feel about ourselves, your life will get easier.” — Hanna Shebar
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
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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
