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“Give off positive energy - you will get back respect, trust, and momentum!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughshttps://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/the-colonel-s-vfv-motivational-inspirational-quotes-message-of-the-day-1516The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!Good “Sunday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, Warriors, & Patriots!” Welcome from the “Colonel’s Foxhole!” in Conroe, TX — July 19, 2026 "The Colonel’s Compass: Daily Wisdom for Life, Leadership, and Integrity"Today’s Message is: “Get Back Day!” Why Not? “Great leaders pour their heart and soul into their mission, their people, and leadership journey. If you give all three your very best you get back a bond of trust and mission accomplishment that outlives you. Expect to get back exactly what you put in—period!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV) More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message: “Sometimes we fall and sometimes we fail, but no matter what, we must get back up?” — Mallory Weggemann “The energy you put out is the energy you get back!” — Unknown Author“How much energy would get back if you stopped overthinking and worrying so much?” — Karen Salmanshon“4 things you can’t get back: The stone after it’s thrown. The word after it’s said. The occasion after it’s missed. The time after it’s gone.” — Unknown Author “The great thing about life, when you feel you have gone off track you can always get back on track. Change your mind — change your life.” — Unknown Author “Don’t be afraid to get back up – to try again, to love again, to live again, and to dream again. Don’t let a hard lesson harden your heart. Life’s best lessons are often learned at the worst times and from the worst mistakes. There will be times when it seems like everything that could possibly go wrong is going wrong. And you might feel like you will be stuck in this rut forever, but you won’t When you feel like quitting, remember that sometimes things have to go very wrong before that can be right. Sometimes you have to go through the worst, to arrive at the best .” — Unknown Author “We need to have a warriors’ heart and get back up, no matter what.” — S. Todd TownsendTake a Seat at the Table: Your Chair is Waiting.If you have never attended a Warriors for Life (WFL) Online Peer Support Network Session, tonight is the perfect night to take that first step.You will connect with like-minded Veterans, First Responders, Active-Duty Service Members, and Caregivers who truly understand the unique weight you carry. This is a completely confidential, zero-stigma, and judgment-free online space designed by peers, for peers.You have absolutely nothing to lose and everything to gain.You Don't Have to Fight the "Invisible" Alone TONIGHT!Victory for Veterans, Inc. presents a special online edition of Warriors for Life (WFL): "Surmise with the Guys!"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: "Surmise with the Guys!"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 – July 19, 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/joinderrick-stevenfor-surmisewiththeguys-withwarriorsforlife-wfl-everysundayevening• Join via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82823275269• Facilitator: Derrick Iozzio, Army Veteran, Mental Health Peer Specialist/Supervisor/Adult Trainer & Steven Bates, Air Force Veteran, Peer Support Specialist/Adult Trainer, and Writer/Author, both Volunteer Facilitators for 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 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#GetBack #PositiveEnergy #LeadershipQuotes #VictoryForVeterans #WarriorsForLife #VeteranSupport #MentalHealthMatters #Resilience #InspirationOfTheDay #LeadershipDevelopment #MotivationSunday #GiveBackGetBack #EarnTrust #MilitaryCommunity #NeverGiveUp #PeerSupport #VeteranFamily #ConroeTX #IntegrityFirst #CommentBelow #FollowForMore #LikeAndShare