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The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!

“Don’t ‘look back’ and think about ‘what if!’ Think about ‘what is!’ and look forward to it!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs


The only time you should ever look back, is to see how far you've come.
Today's Message is: "Look Back Day!" Why Not?

 

The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!

 

Good “Sunday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, Warriors, & Patriots!”  Welcome from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — August 17, 2025

 

Today’s Message is:  “Look Back Day!”  Why Not?

 

“Leadership is about inspiration and motivating people to do great things.  When they change lives for the better, they will never look back.  If you must look back at all the things you did wrong as a leader, take time to look at all the things you did right.  Now move forward!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)


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More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:

 

“You will never look back on the good things you’ve done in your life and wish you hadn’t done them.” — Julianne Buckingham

 

“Don’t look back you’re not going that way!” — Unknown Author

  

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“Never look back in regret — move on the next thing.” — Richard Branson

  

“I’ll look back on this and smile because it was life and I decided to live it.” — Unknown Author

 

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“Once you make the decision to move on, don’t look back.  Your destiny will never be found in the rear view mirror.” — Mandy Hale

 

“Life difficulties can seem overwhelming and you may face times when problems seem encompassing.  Don’t look back at what you’ve lost, for the road of life is never meant to be traveled backwards.  Just move on and say: ‘Things always happen for a reason.” — Unknown Author

 

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“Never look back and regret, look back and smile at what you have learned.” — Michelle C. Ustaszeski

 

“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 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).

 

We are asking everyone to share who we are and what support Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) provides 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.

 

Every Sunday Evening:  "Surmise with The Guys!"


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Warriors for Life (WFL) Online for "Surmise with The Guys!” edition presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) Every Sunday Night at 4:30 PM PT, 5:30 PM MT, 6:30 PM CT, and 7:30 PM ET

 

 

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!


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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

 

 

“The meaning runs deep for those men and women who’ve served this country:  'Honor & Respect Always — Warriors for Life’!”  COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs


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2 Comments


H Gene Lawrence
H Gene Lawrence
4 days ago
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Good afternoon Col Burroughs and all of my brothers and sisters here on VFV. The only time to look back is when we reflect on what Jesus did for us, on the cross. Have a blessed day today and always.


Taken from:https://www.freebiblestudyhub.com/archives/52257


What Does the Bible Say About Looking Back?

written by Ella 26/06/2025

The Bible has much to say about the theme of looking back. Throughout Scripture, God’s Word addresses the spiritual, emotional, and practical consequences of dwelling on the past or longing for what is behind. Whether it is a warning, a lesson, or an encouragement, the Bible invites believers to understand how looking back can affect their faith journey, obedience, and hope for the…

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jackhokie68
jackhokie68
4 days ago

Looking back is is something leaders should do as a training exercise, not as an obsession.

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