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“Live a good life with honor, lifting others up, and choosing right over what’s easy is what matters most!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughshttps://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/the-colonel-s-vfv-motivational-inspirational-quotes-message-of-the-day-1529The “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 — August 3, 2026 "The Colonel’s Compass: Daily Wisdom for Life, Leadership, and Integrity"Today’s Message is: “Matters Most Day!” Why Not? “Great leaders understand that having a positive attitude matters most and sets the tone for everyone. Make sure your leadership is defined by uplifting people and setting a motivating and positive example. What matters most to you?” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV) More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message: “Life is short. Focus on what really matters most. You have to change your priorities over time.” — Roy T. Bennett “At the end of your journey, what matters most is not how much you carried, but whether the life you lived felt like it belonged to you.” — Unknown Author“When times are tough, it matters not that we forgot we are infinite, unlimited beings. What matters most is how quickly we remember.” — Gail Lynne Goodwin“What you do today is what matters most.” — Unknown Author “Your heart matters most, so be gentler and more patient with yourself, and their hearts matter most too, so be kinder and more compassionate to others.” — Stephanie Nielson “Be yourself. People may or may not like you, but what matters most is staying true to who you are.” — Unknown Author “In the end what matters most is, how well did you live, how well did you love, how well did you learn to let go.” — Unknown AuthorA real understanding and community that genuinely has your back?Welcome to Warriors for Life (WFL) Online Peer Support Network, featuring the "Awaken Your Inner Healer!" edition. Brought to you by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV), this is your dedicated space to connect, heal, and thrive alongside those who truly understand the unique challenges of service.Why You Belong Here• Zero Cost: Completely FREE to join.• Total Privacy: 100% confidential environment.• Real Connection: Led by Volunteer Kirk Poe.• Inclusive Circle: Built specifically for Veterans, First Responders, Active Duty Service Members, Caregivers, and Family Members.Join Us This WeekThis Monday evening, we are diving deep into a vital conversation: "How to Fix Your Life Alone." Discover what true harmony means for your mind, your life, and your recovery.• READ THE BLOG HERE: https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/join-kirk-friends-tonight-for-how-to-fix-your-life-alone-with-warriors-for-life-wfl• Meeting Times (Every Monday Evening): 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• Facilitators: Kirk Poe, Certified Peer Support Specialist, Reiki Master, Certified Body/Emotion/Belief Code Practitioner, & Volunteer Facilitator, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)You don’t have to march through this alone. Drop in this Saturday and find your tribe.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#MattersMost #WhatMattersMost #LiveWithHonor #UpliftOthers #ChooseRight #IntegrityFirst #PositiveLeadership #LeadByExample #DailyWisdom #TrueHarmony #WarriorsForLife #VictoryForVeterans #BandOfBrothers #VeteransSupport #FirstResponders #PeerSupport #MentalHealthMatters #FindYourTribe #ConnectAndHeal #NeverAlone #HonorAndRespect