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“Break the routine today before you get stuck!—do something new and different!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughshttps://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/the-colonel-s-vfv-motivational-inspirational-quotes-message-of-the-day-and-week-243The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day and Week!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 — August 7, 2026 "The Colonel’s Compass: Daily Wisdom for Life, Leadership, and Integrity"Today’s Message is: “Stuck Day!” Why Not? “When great leaders find themselves stuck, they don’t stop and stare at the wall; they change their attitude and make things happen. Leaders don’t wait for someone else to clear their path—they have the grit to build a new way forward. Don’t’ ever get stuck!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV) More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message: “If you are stuck in a rut, do something different. Just pick one small thing.” — Dr. Lucy Russell “All the problems are stuck between mind and matter. If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter. Have a nice day!” — Unknown Author“There comes a day when you realize turning the page is the best feeling in the world, because you realize there’s so much more to the book that the page you were stuck on.” — Zayn Malik“Growth is painful. Change is painful. But nothing is as painful as staying stuck somewhere you don’t belong.” — Unknown Author “Don’t get so stuck in your ways that you can’t change.” — Sam Walton “Reframing your perspective is a powerful move. When you feel stuck or resistant, pause and look for the upside. Shifting your thinking from ‘I have to do this’ to ‘I get to do this’ engages curiosity. This turns every experience into a chance for growth, wisdom, and understanding.” — Cory Allen “Never assume that you’re stuck with the way things are. Life changes, and so can you” — Ralph MarstonA real understanding and community that genuinely has your back?Welcome to Warriors for Life (WFL) Online Peer Support Network, featuring the "Mike Check!" 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 Combat Medic Veteran Michael Williams.• Inclusive Circle: Built specifically for Veterans, First Responders, Active Duty Service Members, Caregivers, and Family Members.Join Us This WeekThis Friday evening, we are diving deep into a vital conversation: "The Battle We Carry Into the Kitchen!" Discover what true harmony means for your mind, your life, and your recovery.• READ THE BLOG HERE: https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/join-mike-friends-tonight-for-the-battles-we-carry-into-the-kitchen-with-warriors-for-life-wfl• Meeting Times (Every Friday 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/84406912947• Facilitator: Mike Williams, Army Combat Medic Veteran, Music Writer/Producer, & Volunteer Facilitator, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)You don’t have to march through this alone. Drop in this Friday and find your tribe.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#GetUnstuck #BreakTheRoutine #LeadershipMindset #REDFriday #VictoryForVeterans #WarriorsForLife #VeteranSupport #MindsetShift #GritAndGrace #LeadByExample #ChangeYourPerspective #VeteransCommunity #PersonalGrowth #OvercomeObstacles #PeerSupport