The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

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“There is power in forward thinking. Have the right mindset. Upward, onward and forward!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
Good “Monday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, Warriors, & Patriots!” Welcome to the new week & month
from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — December 1, 2025
Today’s Message is: “Forward Day!” Why Not?
“Courage and confidence establishes trust in people when it comes to leadership. Great leaders are propelled forward by both. If you want to drive performance and a meaningful vision, lean into your leadership style with courage and confidence!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV)

More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“Those who move forward with a happy spirit will find that things always work out.”— Gordon B. Hinkley
“Always forward, never back.” — Unknown Author

“Always have something to look forward to.” — Tony Robbins
“Sometimes we have to take a couple steps back in order to move forward again in the right direction.” — Unknown Author

“Your attitude can take you forward or your attitude can take you down. The choice is always yours!” — Catherine Pulsifer
“Next time you’re stressed, take a step back, inhale and laugh. Remember who you are and you’re here. You’re never given anything in this world that you can’t handle. Be strong, be flexible, love yourself, and love others. Always remember, just keep moving forward.” — Unknown Author

“Obstacles are proof that you’re moving forward.” — Charlie Kirk
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
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Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Awaken Your Inner Healer!" edition presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) - Monday (TONIGHT), December 1, 2025 @ 4:30 PM PT, 5:30 PM MT, 6:30 PM CT, & 7:30 PM ET
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Warriors for Life (WFL) Online “It’s Coffee with Lauren” Presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Every Friday 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










Anyone without the courage and confidence to move forward probably isn't going to be a very effective leader.