The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
- Jul 5
- 3 min read
“Attitude has two sides. One side is negative energy and the other side is positive outlook. What side will you choose?” — 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 — July 6, 2025
Today’s Message is: “Other Side Day!” Why Not?
“One side of being a leader today is about having the confidence to confront the toughest challenges and come out stronger on the other side of adversity. The other side of leadership requires self-improvement, refining your skills, and pushing boundaries to build that confidence!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“Stop sitting on the fence. Life is waiting on the other side.” — Tiarra Tompkins
“Your dreams are on the other side of your grit.” — Unknown Author
“On the other side of a storm is the strength that comes from having navigated through it. Raise your sail and begin.” — Gregory S. Williams
“The grass is not greener on the other side. The grass is green where you choose to water it.” — Rich Wilkerson, Jr.
“If you don’t know the guy on the other side of the world, love him anyway because he’s just like you. He has the same dreams, the same hopes and fears. It’s one world, pal. We’re all neighbors.” — Frank Sinatra
“Pause and remember – you will make it to the other side of this hardship. One day you will look back with wiser eyes, understanding and gratitude. Hang in there.” — Jenni Young
“Everything you’ve ever wanted is on the other side of fear.” — Unknown Author
“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 Afternoon: "Journaling with Warriors!"
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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
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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
A leader needs to tackle everything with a positive attitude, but they also must be fully aware that there is always the other side of any situation.