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“At Ease. Take a deep breath and leave yesterday behind. That’s history. Now go make things happen!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughshttps://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/the-colonel-s-vfv-motivational-inspirational-quotes-message-of-the-day-1465The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!“A little humor today! 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 — May 20, 2026 "The Colonel’s Compass: Daily Wisdom for Life, Leadership, and Integrity"Today’s Message is: “At Ease Day!” Why Not? "A poised and steadfast leader carries a calm that can put people at ease when the intensity is high. They can transform tension into focus and get people back on track for the mission. When you’re steady in the face of chaos, your people catch their breath and get the job done!" — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV) More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message: “If you are at ease with yourself, everyone will be at ease with you.” — Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar “All you really need to do is accept this moment fully. You are then at ease in the here and now and at ease with yourself.” — Eckhart Tolle“I love the idea that we all have a comfort zone, a place where we feel capable and at ease, but that stretching outside this comfort zone is critical in many cases for achieving our goals.” — Andy Molinsky“Try to be like the turtle — at ease in your own shell.” — Bill Copeland “My heart is at ease knowing that what was meant for me will never miss me, and what missed me was never meant for me.” — Imam Shafi “When we are truly at ease within ourselves nothing can pull us off center. Until then, we can embrace our struggles as a signal that we have some inner work to do!” — Unknown Author “One day you notice yourself choosing your words as you speak, being at ease in your body, not worrying how others see you, & feeling in control of your future. Then it hits you that you’ve leveled up.” — Cory AllenTONIGHTYou Don't Have to Fight the "Invisible" Alone.Victory for Veterans, Inc. presents a special online edition of Warriors for Life (WFL): "Mid-Week Musings!"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: "Accessing Community Resources!"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 20, 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/join-steven-friend-for-accessing-community-resources-with-warriors-for-life-wfl• Join via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87440882846• Facilitator: Steven Bates, Air Force Veteran, Writer/Author, Peer Support Specialist/Adult Trainer, & Volunteer Facilitator, Victory for Veterans, Inc.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 Peer Support Network: https://www.victoryforveterans.org/warriors-for-life-eventsCheck 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#AtEase #MikelBurroughs #VictoryForVeterans #WarriorsForLife #MidWeekMusings #BeyondTheArmor #ColonelsFoxhole #ColonelsCompass #DailyWisdom #HumpDayMotivation #InspirationalQuotes #VeteranSupport #FirstResponderMentalHealth #ActiveDuty #CaregiverSupport #InvisibleWounds #EndTheStigma #YouAreNotAlone #MentalHealthMatters #PeerSupport #ConroeTX #BandOfBrothersAndSisters #AccessingCommunityResources #ZoomMeeting #CoffeeWithLauren #HonorAndRespect #LevelUp #CalmInTheChaos #LeaveYesterdayBehind #LikeFollowComment