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

“Master your mind. If you change your focus, if you change your attitude, then you will win the battle within!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

Today's Message is: "If You 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 — May 18, 2026

"The Colonel’s Compass: Daily Wisdom for Life, Leadership, and Integrity"

Today’s Message is:  “If You Day!”  Why Not?

"Do you want to gain respect and build trust?  If you listen and understand, if you empower people before trying to do everything yourself, and if you commit to serving others, you will achieve those two objectives!" — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV)  

More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:

“If you don’t like something, change it.  If you can’t change it, change your attitude.” — Maya Angelou

“If you want something you never had, you have to do something you’ve never done.” — Unknown Author

“Magic is believing in yourself.  If you can make that happen, you can make anything happen.” — Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

“If you are not tested, you can’t rise.  If you are not challenged, you can’t be promoted.  If you don’t face battles, you can’t win.  Without trials, you can’t triumph.  It’s your greatest obstacles that always lead to your greatest victory.” — Unknown Author

“If you can’t fly, then run.  If you can’t run, then walk.  If you can’t walk, then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward.” — Martin Luther King Jr.

“If you don’t have your past in the past, it will destroy your future.  Live for what today has to offer, not what yesterday has taken away.” — Unknown Author

“You can have anything you want – If you want it badly enough. You can be anything you want to be, do anything you set out to accomplish if you hold to that desire with singleness of purpose.” — William Adams

TONIGHT

 

You Don't Have to Fight the "Invisible" Alone.

 

Victory for Veterans, Inc. presents a special online edition of Warriors for Life (WFL): "Awaken Your Inner Healer!"

This isn't about strategy on a map; it's about the toughest battle of all—the one within. Whether you are a Veteran, First Responder, Active-Duty member, or Caregiver, we are inviting you to take a seat at the table with others who truly get it.

We’re going Beyond the Armor to focus on strengthening the mind through a powerful peer discussion.

Tonight’s Focus:  "Gut Health- Mental Health!"

This is a FREE, completely confidential space to share your wisdom, ask your questions, or just listen. You matter, and your experience is valued.

MISSION DETAILS:

• Date: TONIGHT - May 18, 2026

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

• Official Post & Info:  https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/tonight-s-with-warriors-for-life-wfl-kirk-poe-friends-explore-the-connection-between-gut-health

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

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

Help us reach a hero. If you know someone who needs this support system, TAG A FRIEND or SHARE this post. Your single click might be the bridge someone needs to find their peace.

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!

https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/drop-in-for-it-s-coffee-with-lauren-every-friday-morning-with-warriors-for-life-wfl-friends

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

Join Zoom Meeting:  https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82870324338

You Matter to Us!  Be a Survivor, Reach Out, & Join Warriors for Life (WFL) Online Peer Support Network:

 https://www.victoryforveterans.org/warriors-for-life-events

Check out the BLOGS & what’s happening with Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV):  https://www.victoryforveterans.org/blog

“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