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

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“Change your beliefs, change your life, and experience relief!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
“Happy Hump Day everyone from Costa Rica!”

Good “Wednesday & Hump Day” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, Warriors, & Patriots!” Welcome from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Costa Rica — January 14, 2026
Today’s Message is: “Relief Day!” Why Not?
“The best leaders have a connection with people that will last a lifetime. You want to leave behind respect, clarity and trust. If you think that leaving will be a relief for people, then it’s time to reflect and make some leadership changes!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV)

More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“The pain of letting go will be eclipsed by the relief of moving on!” — Scott Stabile
“Self-Belief in the stressful life is the sole source of relief to the soul.” — Anuj Somany

“Relief feels like happiness, if you don’t know the difference.” — T. Kingfisher
“For fast-acting relief, try slowing down.” — Lily Tomlin

“The feeling of relief can be as sharp as pain.” — Unknown Author
“Wishing the best to anyone struggling right now. May you find the relief you desire and the resolution you need. Keep going, you got this.” — Unknown Author

“Let go of control. You’ll feel instant relief.” — Lori Deschene
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
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Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Mid-Week Musings!" edition presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Wednesday (TONIGHT), January 14, 2026, @ 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. It’s about “Honor & Respect Always – Warriors for Life!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs










For me, Relief is found in God!,
Well, I'll admit it took me a while after leaving the military to realize that relief wasn't a bathroom break!