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“Never settle for the negative; insist on a positive outlook. You’re the only one in charge of your life!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughshttps://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/the-colonel-s-vfv-motivational-inspirational-quotes-message-of-the-day-1457 The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!Good “Monday” Afternoon “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, Warriors, & Patriots!” Welcome to the "The Colonel’s Compass: Daily Wisdom for Life, Leadership, and Integrity" from Conroe, TX — May 11, 2026 Today’s Message is: “Insist Day!” Why Not? “Great leaders have the fortitude and courage to insist on the right action, at the right moment, for the right reason, without any compromise. When you hold yourself to that same standard you have the right to insist that others follow the same excellence in everything they do!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV) More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message: “Be consistent with what you believe and do. Persist and insist that you will do it till it’s done and done well.” — Israelmore Ayivor “Insist on yourself; never imitate.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson “Fight for what makes you optimistic about the world. Find it, insist on it, dig into it, go after it.” — Jennifer Garner “Someone once asked me, ‘Why do you always insist on taking the hard road?’ I replied, ‘Why do you assume I see two roads?” — Unknown Author “Don’t demand perfection. But insist on continuous improvement.” — Unknown Author “If someone wants you in their life, they’ll make room for you. You shouldn’t have to fight for a spot. Never insist yourself to someone who continuously overlooks your worth.” — Unknown Author “I respect myself and insist upon it from everybody. And because I do it, I then respect everybody too.” — Maya AngelouTONIGHT: 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 11, 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-friendsWarriors 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/82870324338You Matter to Us! Be a Survivor, Reach Out, & Join Warriors for Life (WFL) Online: https://www.victoryforveterans.org/warriors-for-life-events“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 BurroughsCheck out the BLOGS & what’s happening with Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV): https://www.victoryforveterans.org/blog #Insist #PositiveOutlook #NeverSettle #TheColonelsCompass #LeadershipExcellence #MondayMotivation #DailyWisdom #Fortitude #Integrity #StandardOfExcellence #SelfWorth #ContinuousImprovement #SelfRespect #Consistency #WarriorsForLife #WFL #VictoryForVeterans #VFV #VeteranSupport #FirstResponders #CaregiverSupport #BeyondTheArmor #YouMatter #NeverAlone #GutHealth #MentalHealth #InnerHealer #MindBodyConnection #PeerSupport #BandOfBrothers #BandOfSisters #HonorAndRespect #CoffeeWithLauren #ConroeTX #Survivor #Healing #Leadership #Motivation