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“Always stand firm in your convictions. Your purpose is your mission — stand your ground; never surrender!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughshttps://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/the-colonel-s-vfv-motivational-inspirational-quotes-message-of-the-day-and-week-235The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day and Week!Let’s “Remember Everyone Deployed” around the world today and every day until they come home!Good “R.E.D. Friday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, Warriors, & Patriots!” Welcome to the end of the week from the “Colonel’s Foxhole!” in Conroe, TX — June 12, 2026 "The Colonel’s Compass: Daily Wisdom for Life, Leadership, and Integrity"Today’s Message is: “Stand Firm Day!” Why Not? "When chaos erupts, exceptional leaders stand firm, deeply rooted in their core values and principles. They are rock solid and the foundation that people look up to when uncertainty rears its ugly head! Do you stand firm in the face of adversity?" — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV) More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message: “No matter how tough it gets stand firm—do not yield. Let hardship strengthen your heart, not shatter it.” — Roy T. Bennett “When the winds of life start blowing you down … Stand firm. Stand balanced. Stand your ground.” — Unknown Author“Stand firm in what matters. Carry on fighting and climbing, listening and returning, hoping and trusting — until that one day comes — and you suddenly find yourself - home.” — Helen Steiner Rice“You are not responsible for anyone’s distorted perception of you. Stand firm in your own light and truth.” — Unknown Author “Stand firm in your beliefs, but always listen with respect.” — Charlie Kirk “The storm is proof you’re still moving – stand firm, and the breakthrough will follow.” — Unknown Author “Right where you are is where you need to be. Don’t fight it! Don’t run away from it! Stand firm! Take a deep breath. And another. And another. Now, ask yourself: ‘Why is this in my world? What do I need to see?” — Unknown AuthorWelcome to the Circle: You Belong Here.Victory for Veterans, Inc. invites you to join the Warriors for Life (WFL) Online Peer Support Network tonight for a special "Mike Check" session. If you have never attended before, tonight is the perfect night to take that first step into a confidential, zero-stigma, and judgment-free space designed by peers, for peers. Connect with Veterans, First Responders, Active-Duty Service Members, and Caregivers who truly understand the unique weight you carry. Together, we go beyond the armor to focus on strengthening the mind through powerful peer discussion. 📌 Tonight’s Focus• Topic: "External Stressors!"🕒 Mission Details• Date: TONIGHT – June 12, 2026• Time: 4:30 PM PT | 5:30 PM MT | 6:30 PM CT | 7:30 PM ET• Facilitator: Mike Williams (Army Combat Medic Veteran & VFV Volunteer)🔗 How to Join• More Info: Official VFV Post Details — https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/join-mike-friends-tonight-for-external-stressors-with-warriors-for-life-wfl • Zoom Link: Join the Live Session — https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84406912947 Help us reach a hero. Please tag a friend or share this post to help someone find their peace.Drop in every Monday Morning for “Cup O' Joe" with Volunteer and Army Veteran Derrick 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/mondaymornings-cupo-joe-withwarriorsforlife-wfl-presentedbyvictoryforveteransincWarriors for Life (WFL) Online "Cup O' Joe" Presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Every Monday Morning starting at 6:00 AM PT, 7:00 AM MT, 8:00 AM CT, and 9:00 AM ETJoin Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88191389604You 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#StandFirm #VictoryForVeterans #WarriorsForLife #NeverSurrender #LeadershipIntegrity #REDFriday #RememberEveryoneDeployed #VeteranSupport #MentalHealthMatters #StandYourGround #Resilience #PeerSupport #FirstResponders #InspirationDaily #BandOfBrothersAndSisters #IntegrityFirst #OvercomeAdversity #StrongerTogether #HonorAndRespect #JoinTheMission