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“Finding your purpose is half the battle; finding the way to conquer it is the victory you seek!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughshttps://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/the-colonel-s-vfv-motivational-inspirational-quotes-message-of-the-day-1531The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!“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 — August 5, 2026 "The Colonel’s Compass: Daily Wisdom for Life, Leadership, and Integrity"Today’s Message is: “Finding Day!” Why Not? “Finding that perfect battle rhythm means uncovering the diamond in the rough within your team. When a leader combines raw potential with a shared vision, it sparks the passion in everyone. Great leaders ignite victory. Are you finding that force multiplier?” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV) More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message: “The secret to life is finding joy in ordinary things.” — Ruth Reichl “Life isn’t about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.” — George Bernard Shaw“Finding yourself is a lifelong journey of discovery. The horizon of self is always moving and keeps you engaged in the pursuit. It is evolution by design.” — LeAura Alderson“Finding yourself is not really how it works. You aren’t a ten dollar bill in last winter’s coat pocket. You are also not lost. Your true self is right there, buried under cultural conditioning, other people’s opinions, and inaccurate conclusions you drew as a kid that became your beliefs about who you are. Finding yourself is actually returning to yourself. An unlearning, an excavation, a remembering of who you were before the world got its hands on you.” — Emily McDowell “Finding the right words at the right moment is action.” — Hannah Arendt “Balance, peace, and joy are the fruit of a successful life. It starts with recognizing your talents and finding ways to serve others by using them.” — Thomas Kinkade “Victory comes from finding opportunities in problems.” — Sun TzuA real understanding and community that genuinely has your back?Welcome to Warriors for Life (WFL) Online Peer Support Network, featuring the "Mid-Week Musings!" 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 Army Veteran Derrick Iozzio.• Inclusive Circle: Built specifically for Veterans, First Responders, Active Duty Service Members, Caregivers, and Family Members.Join Us This WeekThis Wednesday evening, we are diving deep into a vital conversation: "Behind the 8 Ball." Discover what true harmony means for your mind, your life, and your recovery.• READ THE BLOG HERE: https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/dropinwithderrick-friendsastheybringyou-behindthe8ball-withwarriorsforlife-wfl• Meeting Times (Every Wednesday Evening): 4:30 PM PT | 5:30 PM MT | 6:30 PM CT | 7:30 PM E• WHERE: Join via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87440882846• Facilitator: Derrick Iozzio, Army Veteran, Peer Support Specialist/Supervisor/Adult Trainer, Catch 22 Peer Support Founder, & Volunteer Facilitator, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)You don’t have to march through this alone. Drop in this Wednesday 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#Finding #FindingPurpose #VictoryForVeterans #WarriorsForLife #LeadershipQuote #FindYourWhy #DailyWisdom #VeteransSupport #HumpDayMotivation #FindYourTribe #MilitaryCommunity #FollowForMore #CommentBelow #LikeAndShare #VeteranWellness #OvercomeAndConquer #IntegrityInLeadership #PeerSupport #MentalHealthMatters #BandOfBrothersAndSisters #NeverAlone #JoinTheConversation #MikelBurroughs #WFLOnline #InspirationOfTheDay #PurposeDriven