The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
- 4 days ago
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“To be fine is not to be untouched by daily struggles; it’s the choice to remain unbroken by them!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
“Get that coffee going - Happy Hump Day!”
Good “Wednesday & Hump Day” Afternoon “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, Warriors, & Patriots!” Welcome to the middle of the week from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — April 15, 2026
Today’s Message is: “Fine Day!” Why Not?
“Great leaders help others realize that being ‘fine’ is only the starting point, not the end game. They understand that while the struggle of learning can be overwhelming, ‘fine’ shouldn’t be a mask for fatigue; it should be the foundation of confidence. You have the power to turn ‘fine’ into exceptional!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV)
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“Whatever it takes, its fine!” — Harry Styles
“Slow down you’re doing fine, you can’t be everything you wanna be before your time.” — Unknown Author
“Confidence is not, ‘They will like me’. Confidence instead is, ‘I’ll be fine if they don’t’.” — Christina Grimmie
“No worries. Be happy. Trust in the process. Everything will be fine. Do not overthink!” — Unknown Author
“You made it, after all. You made it, another day. And you can make it one more. You’re doing just fine.” — Charlotte Eriksson
“You’ll be fine. Feeling unsure and lost is part of your path. Don’t avoid it. Breathe. You’ll be okay even if you don’t feel it all the time.” — Unknown Author
“It is okay to feel absolutely fine even when you are not being productive.” — Unknown Author
“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 "Mid-Week Musings!" 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: "Be the Band and PLAY ON!"
• WHEN: April 15, 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/87440882846
• FACILITATOR: Steven Bates, Air Force Veteran, Writer/Author, Peer Support Specialist/Adult Trainer, &Volunteer Facilitator, Victory for Veterans, Inc.
How can you 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.
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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!
It's a leaders job to make things fine, not talk about being fine.