The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
- 6 days ago
- 3 min read
“If you have a need and a passion, make sure your need is bigger than you!" — 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 — August 5, 2025
Today’s Message is: “Need Day!” Why Not?
“Leadership doesn’t take a break. Things need to happen right now. Leaders need to know when moving at lighting speed is needed and when it’s time to step back, slow down, and need to be patient. It’s a balance between need, speed, and patience!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)

More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“All I have is all I need and all I need is all I have in this moment.” — Byron Katie
“Everything you need… will come to you… at the perfect time!” — Unknown Author

“You don’t always need a plan. Sometimes you just need to breathe, trust, let go and see what happens.” — Mandy Hale
“Learn to trust the journey even if you do not understand it. Sometimes what you never wanted or expected turns out to be what you need.” — Unknown Author

“Sometimes all you need is a break from life.” — Owm’r F.
“Never be afraid to help others in their time of need. You never know when you may need that shoulder to lean on.” — Unknown Author

“You have within you, right now, everything you need to deal with whatever the world can throw at you.” — Brian Tracy
“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

Patience is probably the most needed attribute for a leader. Instant gratification can seem nice but in the long run it doesn't give anything that is really needed.