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“It’s okay to feel lost sometimes; just recalibrate your internal compass and find your truth north!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughshttps://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/the-colonel-s-vfv-motivational-inspirational-quotes-message-of-the-day-1517The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!Good “Monday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, Warriors, & Patriots!” Welcome to the new week from the “Colonel’s Foxhole!” in Conroe, TX — July 20, 2026 "The Colonel’s Compass: Daily Wisdom for Life, Leadership, and Integrity"Today’s Message is: “Lost Day!” Why Not? “Great leaders shine a positive light and provide unwavering support to those on the team that have lost their footing for whatever reason. Remember, you don’t win as leader until all of your team crosses the finish line together!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV) More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message: “We all hit a time when we’ve lost hope and need someone to put their arms around us and say, ‘I’ve got you right now. I won’t let you face this alone.” — Brigitte Nicole “Feeling lost? Maybe the GPS of life just needs an update.” — Unknown Author“If you lost it, it’s because you’re meant to find something better. Trust, let go, and make room for what’s coming.” — Mandy Hale“When you feel lost, it’s life’s way of pushing you to find something new.” — Unknown Author “You’ll be fine. Feeling unsure and lost is part of your path. Don’t avoid it. See what those feelings are showing you and use it. Take a deep breath. You’ll be okay. Even if you don’t feel okay all the time.” — Louis C.K. “Some days you will feel lost. And that’s okay. Lost is not a destination-it’s a part of the direction. Keep walking, the sun doesn’t know your name, but it still lights your way.” — Unknown Author “We all get lost sometimes. It’s what you do once you realize you are lost that matters.” — Maggie ReyesYou Don’t Have to Carry the Invisible Alone.“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!” — COL (Ret) Mikel BurroughsAt Victory for Veterans (VFV), we know that the toughest battles are often the ones no one else can see. That’s why we provide FREE & CONFIDENTIAL year-round online peer-to-peer support nationwide for veterans, first responders, and their families.Join us TONIGHT for a special "Awaken Your Inner Healer!" edition of Warriors for Life (WFL).Whether you’re looking for support or you have wisdom to share that could help a fellow warrior, there is a seat for you at our table. We go Beyond the Armor to focus on Strengthening the Mind.🗓️ THE DETAILS:Tonight’s Focus: "Emotion Well-Being!"• READ THE BLOG HERE: https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/join-kirk-and-friends-tonight-for-emotional-well-being-with-warriors-for-life-wfl • WHEN: Tonight, July 20, 2026• TIME: 4:30 PM PT | 5:30 PM MT | 6:30 PM CT | 7:30 PM ET• WHERE: 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)How you can help: Even if you can't make it, please SHARE this post. You never know which veteran or first responder in your circle needs to hear this message today.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#Lost #FindYourTrueNorth #ColonelsCompass #VictoryForVeterans #WarriorsForLife #WFL #COLMikelBurroughs #Recalibrate #InternalCompass #DailyWisdom #VeteransSupport #FirstResponders #PeerSupport #MentalHealthMatters #YouAreNotAlone #BeyondTheArmor #StrengtheningTheMind #EmotionalWellBeing #LikeFollowComment