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

“Step back this morning, get yourself motivated & together. Now, make something big happen!” —  COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs


Sometimes you've got to take a big step back to see the full picture.
Today's Message is: "Step Back Day!" Why Not?

 

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 30, 2025

 

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

 

“Great leaders always want to stay one step ahead, but they also know when to step back and empower people to grow and become stronger!  Know when to step back, when to observe, and when to get the hell out of the way!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV) 


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More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:

 

“Change obstacles into challenges.  You might have to step back and go a different direction, but you can achieve.” — Raye Montague

 

“Sometimes in life you need to just take a step back and see where all the pieces fall… in that time you will see what is important and what never really was.” — Unknown Author

 

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“Sometimes you need to take a step back in order to see where you need to step next.” — Unknown Author

 

“Sometimes you have to take a step back to move forward.” — Erika Taylor

 

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“Take a step back, evaluate what is important, and enjoy life.”—  Teri Garr

 

“Next time you’re stressed, take a step back, inhale and laugh.  Remember, who you are and why 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


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“Pause.  Take a step back for a moment and regain perspective.  You may be getting too caught up in this situation to the point that you can’t see outside of it.  Pause, reflect and take your power back.” — Ash Alves

 

“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.

 

Join our Volunteer and Army Veteran Jennifer Roy every Tuesday evening for "Victims to Survivors!" edition of Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, sponsored and presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV).

 

We are asking everyone to share who we are and what support that Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing 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 Tuesday: "Victims to Survivors!"


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Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Victims to Survivors!" 

 Presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) – every Tuesday evening starting @ 4:30 PM PT, 5:30 PM MT, 6:30 PM CT, and 7:30 PM ET

 

 

Drop in every Friday Morning for “It’s Coffee with Lauren” with Veteran/First Responder Supporter & Volunteer Facilitator Lauren 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 “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

 

 

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


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