The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
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“Your breath matters. It’s inspiration, it’s energy, and it’s powerful. It sets your mood, so breathe deeply!” — 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 — December 9, 2025
Today’s Message is: “Breath Day!” Why Not?
“Great leaders master breathing. The breath is a powerful leadership tool. It allows them to reset, build emotional resilience, and make clear decision-making. Leadership equals stress, so remember to take a deep breath before your next response!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV)
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“Smiling is a wonderful way to get a boost of happiness. The next time life presents you with a challenging situation, take a deep breath and smile.” — Morris Pratt
“Never forget the power of your breath. When you are feeling stressed and emotional, remind yourself to stop for a moment, take a few deep breaths, ground your energy, and bring yourself back to center.” — Tracey Smith
“The mind follows the breath, but don’t try to contain the breath in your mind. Let the mind go. The breath is greater, and it brings you further into the depths of yourself, so follow the flow, follow the wave coming in onto the shore, and then let it go.” — Wim Hof
“Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.” — Maya Angelou
“One conscious breath in and out is a meditation.”— Eckhart Tolle
“Sometimes you just have to take a deep breath, relax, and let things go. Focus on what matters to you and who matters in your life. The rest will work itself out. Just take it one step at a time.” — Unknown Author
“If you still have breath in your body, you have purpose in your chest.” — Albert Tate
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I can't think of any important things I've done in my life without first taking a few deep breaths......it's worked so far!