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“Accept the fact that unexpected events will happen, so think before you act! Why Not?” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughshttps://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/the-colonel-s-vfv-motivational-inspirational-quotes-message-of-the-day-577 The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!Good “Wednesday & Hump Day!” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters,” and all great connections. Welcome from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in The Woodlands, TX — 19 July 2023! Today’s Message is: “Events Day!” Why Not? “Unexpected or unforeseen events can change the entire landscape for leaders and the organization. Great leaders don’t react, they act. They accept the unexpected changes. Effective leaders use analogies to communicate, illustrate, and simplify complex changes to inspire their people.” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs Join our Volunteer, Air Force Veteran, and Writer/Author Steven Bates TONIGHT for Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, sponsored and presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV). Where all types of Warriors get together for genuine camaraderie, different topics, friendship, and supportive discussions.Invite a Friend, tell a friend, and get connected, get involved, with Veterans, Service Members, First Responders, Military Families/Spouses, and Caretakers every Wednesday Night!TONIGHT's Topic: "Open Mic Night!"https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/join-steven-for-open-mic-night-with-warriors-for-life-wfl-presented-by-victory-for-veterans-3Join Meeting from PC, Mac, or Browser: https://meetings.ringcentral.com/ Copy and Past URL, then Enter Meeting ID: 540 670 0749 Hit Join!Drop in every Friday Morning for “Coffee Break!” with Volunteer and Army Veteran Kim Gwinner as part of Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, Presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. VFV! Check out the times below!https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/victoryforveteranspresentswarriorsforlife-wfl-coffeebreak-everyfridaymorningWarriors for Life (WFL) Online “Coffee Break!” 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 Meeting Link from PC, Mac, or Browser: https://meetings.ringcentral.com/ Copy & Paste into your browser, Enter Meeting ID: 458 894 554 918 Hit JoinVictory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) supports our veterans, active service members, first responders, and caregivers with challenge coins — giving a coin to someone in need — “Challenging them to stay alive is our mission!” https://www.victoryforveterans.org/product-page/wfl-coinThe Quote in the Picture Today Reads: “Welcome events in whichever way they happen: This is the path to peace.” — Epictetus More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:“It is not events that disturb people, it is their judgements concerning them.” — Marcus Aurelius“You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them.” — Maya Angelou“Events are less important than our responses to them.” — John Hersey“We cannot make events. Our business is wisely to improve them.” — Samuel Adams“It’s no the events of our lives that shape us, but our beliefs as to what those events mean.” — Tony Robbins“We have the power over your mind, not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.” — Marcus Aurelius“Consult duty, not events.” — W.S. LanderBe a Survivor, Reach Out, & Join Warriors for Life (WFL) Online: https://www.victoryforveterans.org/warriorsforlife “The meaning runs deep for those men and women who’ve served this country: 'Honor & Respect Always — Warriors for Life!'" — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs Check out all of the BLOGS & what’s happening with Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV): https://www.victoryforveterans.org/events