The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
- 12 hours ago
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“Contentment never stands still; it’s the quiet strength inside and knowing your worth. It’s the path to your true purpose!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
Good “Thursday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, Warriors & Patriots!” Welcome from the “Colonel’s Foxhole!” in Conroe, TX — July 30, 2026
"The Colonel’s Compass: Daily Wisdom for Life, Leadership, and Integrity"
Today’s Message is: “Contentment Day!” Why Not?
“The ultimate contentment for a leader, mentor, and motivator isn’t being the boss, but knowing you changed someone’s destiny forever. Your reward is transforming an organization so the impact will live in the hearts of people forever!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV)
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“A person’s inner strengths include peacefulness, contentment, and love, as well as resilience, confidence, determination, and insight.” — Rick Hanson
“True contentment is not about acquiring more, but being satisfied with greater simplicity and fulfilled by what you already have.” — Carley Hauck
“Health is the greatest gift, contentment the greatest wealth, faithfulness the best relationship.” — Buddha
“Contentment is a state of peaceful happiness – the art of being satisfied with each day we are given.” — Unknown Author
“At some point, you gotta let go, and sit still, and allow contentment to come to you.” — Elizabeth Gilbert
“There is growth in learning how to sit with contentment without immediately looking for what is missing. Gratitude deepens when you allow satisfaction to exist without guilt!” — Unknown Author
“Living life with contentment is the greatest well-being.” — Lailah Gifty Akita
🤝 The Weight is Lighter When Shared
The toughest battles aren't fought on a map—they’re fought within. Whether you are a Veteran, First Responder, Active-Duty member, or a Caregiver, you’ve carried the "Invisible" long enough.
Join Warriors for Life (WFL) tonight for "Forever Forward!" We’re going Beyond the Armor to focus on Strengthening the Mind through a powerful discussion on "Knock-Knock!” A discussion about depression relapse.
This is a FREE and CONFIDENTIAL space to listen, share your wisdom, or simply find a seat at the table with people who truly get it. You matter, and you don’t have to navigate PTSD, TBI, MST, or the exhaustion of caregiving alone.
🗓️ THE DETAILS
Focus: "Knock-Knock!”
READ THE BLOG HERE: https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/join-derrick-and-friends-tonight-for-knock-knock-with-warriors-for-life-wfl
WHEN: July 30, 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/81682532691
Facilitator: Derrick Iozzio, Army Veteran, Peer Support Specialist/Supervisor/Adult Trainer, Catch 22 Peer Support Founder, & Volunteer Facilitator, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)
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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
If a leader isn't content with whatever the situation, they're not going the create the environment for others to be content in doing what needs to be done.