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

“Waking up is your first order of the day.  Start with the right attitude and never surrender to the clock!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs


Real happiness is waking up and realizing you don't have to impress anybody but yourself.
Today's Message is: "Waking Up Day!" Why Not?

 

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 from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — April 6, 2026

 

Today’s Message is:  “Waking Up Day!”  Why Not?

 

“Great leaders have the primary duty of ‘waking up’ the internal purpose in every team member.  When you ignite that internal flame, the mission goes from being viewed as just another requirement to a shared vision with unstoppable energy!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV)  


 

More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:

 

“Waking up to who you are requires letting go of who you imagine yourself to be!” — Alan Watts

 

“Waking up to see another day is a blessing.  Don’t take it for granted.  Make it count and be happy that you’re alive!” — Unknown Author

 


“The best thing about waking up early is seeing the sun rise.” — Bridgit Mendler

 

“Waking up today was an eye-opening experience.” — Luna Serenewood

 


“There’s no better feeling than waking up in the morning and realizing how blessed you are to see this day.” — Unknown Author

 

“Why wake up stressing?  When waking up is a blessing!” — Unknown Author

 


“Build a life worth waking up for.” — Dr. Howard Luks

 

“You Don’t Have to Carry the Invisible Alone.  Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

 

At Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV), we know that the toughest battles are often the ones no one else can see. That’s why we provide FREE & CONFIDENTIAL year-round online peer-to-peer support nationwide for veterans, first responders, and their families.

 

Join us TONIGHT for a special "Awaken Your Inner Healer!" edition of Warriors for Life (WFL).

 

Whether you’re looking for support or you have wisdom to share that could help a fellow warrior, there is a seat for you at our table. We go Beyond the Armor to focus on Strengthening the Mind.


 

THE DETAILS:

 

• TONIGHT’s TOPIC:  “Fear!”

• WHEN:  Tonight, April 6, 2026

• TIME:  4:30 PM PT | 5:30 PM MT | 6:30 PM CT | 7:30 PM ET

• WHERE: Join via Zoom:  https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86121340012 

• FACILITATORS:  Kirk Poe, Certified Peer Support Specialist, Reiki Master, Certified Body/Emotion/Belief Code Practitioner, & Volunteer Facilitator, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)

 

How you can help: Even if you can't make it, please SHARE this post. You never know which veteran or first responder in your circle needs to hear this message today.

 

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!


 

 

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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