The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
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“In this life, ‘Who You Are’ is exactly who and what you choose to be. Who are you?” —COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
“You know what day it is! Happy Hump Day!”
Good “Wednesday & Hump Day” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, Warriors, & Patriots!” Welcome to the middle of the week from the “Colonel’s Foxhole!” in Conroe, TX — June 10, 2026
"The Colonel’s Compass: Daily Wisdom for Life, Leadership, and Integrity"
Today’s Message is: “Who You Are Day!” Why Not?
"When you look in the mirror and know ‘Who You Are!’ as a leader, do you see someone who is unshakeable? When ‘Who You Are!’ is grounded in integrity, character, and setting the example, you will command the floor and conquer any mission!" — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV)
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“Confidence is knowing who you are and not changing it a bit because of someone’s version of reality is not your reality.” — Shannon L. Alder
“Remember who you are.” — Unknown Author
“Who you are is beautiful and amazing.” — Laverne Cox
“It’s not who you are that holds back, It’s who you think you’re not.” — Denis Waitley
“Never apologize for who you are. It lets the whole world down. You are a Badass!” — Jen Sincero
“Be strong, be who you are and fight for your identity, fight for who you really are.” — Unknown Author
“Become who you are. Do what only you can do. Be the master and the sculptor of yourself.” — Friedrich Nietzsche
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Tonight’s Focus: "Change Your Frequency, Not Your Volume!"
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MISSION DETAILS:
Date: TONIGHT – June 10, 2026
Time: 4:30 PM PT | 5:30 PM MT | 6:30 PM CT | 7:30 PM 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
Authentic leaders know who they are and act accordingly. Wannabe leaders try to act like someone else, usually unsuccessfully.