The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
- 10 hours ago
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“Exercising humanity daily is good. Smile, open a door, volunteer your time, and help a neighbor!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
Good “Tuesday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, Warriors, & Patriots!” Welcome from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — September 16, 2025
Today’s Message is: “Humanity Day!” Why Not?
“Effective leaders connect with people on every human level. When they lead with humanity there is a time to be compassionate and understanding of others. It’s not about being a nice leader, it’s about earning respect, building trust, and collaborating. Humanity fuels innovation and motivation!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“You must not lose faith in humanity. Humanity is like an ocean; if a few drops of the ocean are dirty, the ocean does not become dirty.” — Mahatma Gandhi
“Always embrace the common humanity that lies at the heart of us all.” — Dalai Lama
“The sole meaning of life is to serve humanity.” — Leo Tolstoy
“Each of us must work for our own improvement, and at the same time share a general responsibility for all humanity.” — Marie Curie
“We think too much and feel too little. More than machinery, we need humanity. More than cleverness, we need kindness and gentleness.” — Charlie Chaplin
“Teach this triple truth to all: A generous heart, kind speech, and a life of service and compassion are the things which renew humanity.” — Buddha
“Without humility, there can be no humanity.” — John Buchan
“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
