“How we treat ourselves and how we treat others make us or break us!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/the-colonel-s-vfv-motivational-inspirational-quotes-message-o... View More“How we treat ourselves and how we treat others make us or break us!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/the-colonel-s-vfv-motivational-inspirational-quotes-message-of-the-day-1357
The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
Good “Thursday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, Warriors, & Patriots!” Welcome from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Costa Rica — January 15, 2026
Today’s Message is: “Make Us Day!” Why Not?
“Great and inspiring leaders make us want to follow them. They make us feel empowered and make us move mountains. If you build trust, lead with purpose, and people feel valued then as a leader you make us feel important!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV)
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“The past made us who we are. The future will make us who we want to be!” — Derek Haslam
“We all make choices, but in the end our choices make us.” — Unknown Author
“The days that make us happy make us wise.” — John Maisfield
“Do not underestimate yourself by comparing yourself with others. It’s our differences that make us unique and beautiful.” — Unknown Author
“Problems are the gifts that make us dig out and figure out who we are, what we’re made for and what we’re responsible for giving back to life.” — Tony Robbins
“Every test in our life makes us bitter or better. Every problem comes to break us or make us. The choice is yours, be the victim or the victory.” — Unknown Author
“It’s our scars that make us who we are.” — Andrew Davidson
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing FREE & CONFIDENTIAL Year-round Online Peer-to-Peer Support Nationwide for those with Invisible Wounds.
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing FREE & CONFIDENTIAL Year-round Online Peer-to-Peer Support Nationwide for those with Invisible Wounds.
Join our Volunteer, Army Veteran & Peer Support Specialist/Supervisor Derrick Iozzio TONIGHT for "Forever Forward!" edition of Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, sponsored and presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV).
We are asking everyone to share who we are and what support that Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing via WFL. If you know someone who is a veteran, first responder or a family member/caregiver, please ask them to join us for at least one meeting so they can learn more about what we do and how they can share their wisdom with others who may be able to learn from them.
TONIGHT's Topic: "Motivation - What Moves You?"
https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/join-derrick-and-friends-tonight-for-motivation-what-moves-you-with-warriors-for-life-wfl
Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Forever Forward!" edition presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Thursday (TONIGHT), January 15, 2026, @ 4:30 PM PT, 5:30 PM MT, 6:30 PM CT, & 7:30 PM ET
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81682532691
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-friends
Warriors 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/82870324338
You Matter to Us! Be a Survivor, Reach Out, & Join Warriors for Life (WFL) Online:
https://www.victoryforveterans.org/warriors-for-life-events
“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
Check out the BLOGS & what’s happening with Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV): https://www.victoryforveterans.org/blog
#makeus #makeusfeel #makeusbetter #makeusquotes #quotes #leadershipquotes #quotesoftheday #quotestoliveby #quotesdaily #motivated #motivating #motivatingquotes #motivatingothers #motivational #motivation #motivationalquotesoftheday #leaders #leader #inspiring #inspiringquotes #inspiringothers #inspiration #inspirationalquotesoftheday #inspirational #leadership #leadbyexample #followers #everyone
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing FREE & CONFIDENTIAL Year-round Online Peer-to-Peer Support Nationwide for those with Invis... View More“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing FREE & CONFIDENTIAL Year-round Online Peer-to-Peer Support Nationwide for those with Invisible Wounds.
Join our Volunteer, Army Veteran & Peer Support Specialist/Supervisor Derrick Iozzio TONIGHT for "Forever Forward!" edition of Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, sponsored and presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV).
We are asking everyone to share who we are and what support that Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing via WFL. If you know someone who is a veteran, first responder or a family member/caregiver, please ask them to join us for at least one meeting so they can learn more about what we do and how they can share their wisdom with others who may be able to learn from them.
TONIGHT's Topic: "Motivation - What Moves You?"
https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/join-derrick-and-friends-tonight-for-motivation-what-moves-you-with-warriors-for-life-wfl
Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Forever Forward!" edition presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Thursday (TONIGHT), January 15, 2026, @ 4:30 PM PT, 5:30 PM MT, 6:30 PM CT, & 7:30 PM ET
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81682532691
Thank you,
Derrick Iozzio, Army Veteran, Peer Support Specialist/Supervisor, Catch 22 Peer Support Founder, & Volunteer Facilitator, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)
"Honor & Respect Always — Warriors for Life!"
#motivationwhatmovesyou #motivationandmentalhealth #peersupport #veterans #firstresponders #caregivers #sharingiscaring #peertopeersupport #supportingeachother #supportgroup #supportingveterans #supportingcaregivers #healingtogether #supportingfirstresponders #healingthroughfriendship #friendsandmentalhealth #invisblewounds #ptsd #tbi #mst
“What you are willing to put into each day and life will determine what you achieve!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/the-colonel-s-vfv-motivational-inspirational... View More“What you are willing to put into each day and life will determine what you achieve!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/the-colonel-s-vfv-motivational-inspirational-quotes-message-of-the-day-1355
The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
Good “Tuesday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, Warriors, & Patriots!” Welcome from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — January 13, 2026
Today’s Message is: “What You Day!” Why Not?
“Great leaders have that ‘what you can do’ mentality. They aren’t talking about what they can do, they’re empowering people to see what they can do. People are the foundation of a successful team and organization. Stay focused on what you can do to make people better!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV)
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“It’s not what you look at that matters, it’s what you see!” — Henry David Thoreau
“The first step to getting what you want is to have the courage to get rid of what you don’t.” — Zig Ziglar
“What you do has far greater impact than what you say.” — Stephen Covey
“What you think, you become, What you feel, you attract. What you imagine, you create.” — Unknown Author
“When you do what you love, you find joy and meaning in every moment of your life.” — Dorina Sasson
“Life is an echo. What you send out, comes back. What you sow, you reap. What you give, you get. What you see in others, exists in you. Remember, life is an echo, it always gets back to you. So give goodness.” — Unknown Author
“When you hear only what you want to hear, you’re not listening. When you read only to confirm what you know, you’re not learning. Stretch yourself. That’s how you grow.” — Marc & Angel
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing FREE & CONFIDENTIAL Year-round Online Peer-to-Peer Support Nationwide for those with Invisible Wounds.
Join our Volunteer and Army Veteran Jennifer Roy every Tuesday evening for "Victims to Survivors!" edition of Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, sponsored and presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV).
We are asking everyone to share who we are and what support that Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing via WFL. If you know someone who is a veteran, first responder or a family member/caregiver, please ask them to join us for at least one meeting so they can learn more about what we do and how they can share their wisdom with others who may be able to learn from them.
Every Tuesday: "Victims to Survivors!"
https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/joinjenroy-friendsfor-victimstosurvivors-withwarriorsforlife-wfl-ontuesdayevenings
Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Victims to Survivors!" Presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) – every Tuesday evening starting @ 4:30 PM PT, 5:30 PM MT, 6:30 PM CT, and 7:30 PM ET
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84406912947
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-friends
Warriors 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/82870324338
You Matter to Us! Be a Survivor, Reach Out, & Join Warriors for Life (WFL) Online:
https://www.victoryforveterans.org/warriors-for-life-events
“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
Check out the BLOGS & what’s happening with Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV): https://www.victoryforveterans.org/blog
#whatyou #whatyouachieve #whatyoucando #whatyouquotes #quotes #leadershipquotes #quotesoftheday #quotestoliveby #quotesdaily #motivated #motivating #motivatingquotes #motivatingothers #motivational #motivation #motivationalquotesoftheday #leaders #leader #inspiring #inspiringquotes #inspiringothers #inspiration #inspirationalquotesoftheday #inspirational #leadership #leadbyexample #followers #everyone
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing FREE & CONFIDENTIAL Year-round Online Peer-to-Peer Support Nationwide for those with Invis... View More“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing FREE & CONFIDENTIAL Year-round Online Peer-to-Peer Support Nationwide for those with Invisible Wounds.
Join our Volunteer and Army Veteran Jennifer Roy every Tuesday evening for "Victims to Survivors!" edition of Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, sponsored and presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV).
We are asking everyone to share who we are and what support that Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing via WFL. If you know someone who is a veteran, first responder or a family member/caregiver, please ask them to join us for at least one meeting so they can learn more about what we do and how they can share their wisdom with others who may be able to learn from them.
Every Tuesday: "Victims to Survivors!"
https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/joinjenroy-friendsfor-victimstosurvivors-withwarriorsforlife-wfl-ontuesdayevenings
Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Victims to Survivors!" Presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) – every Tuesday evening starting @ 4:30 PM PT, 5:30 PM MT, 6:30 PM CT, and 7:30 PM ET
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84406912947
Thank you,
Jennifer Roy, Army Veteran, Podcaster & Volunteer Facilitator for Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)
"Honor & Respect Always —Warriors for Life!"
#victims #victimstosurvivors #survivors #peersupport #veterans #firstresponders #caregivers #sharingiscaring #peertopeersupport #supportingeachother #supportgroup #supportingveterans #supportingcaregivers #healingtogether #supportingfirstresponders #healingthroughfriendship #friendsandmentalhealth #invisblewounds #ptsd #tbi #mst
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing FREE & CONFIDENTIAL Year-round Online Peer-to-Peer Support Nationwide for those with Invis... View More“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing FREE & CONFIDENTIAL Year-round Online Peer-to-Peer Support Nationwide for those with Invisible Wounds.
Come join Volunteer, Peer Support Specialist Kirk Poe for "Awaken Your Inner Healer!" edition of Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, sponsored and presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV).
We are asking everyone to share who we are and what support Victory for Veterans provides via WFL. If you know someone who is a veteran, first responder or a family member/caregiver, please ask them to join us for at least one meeting so they can learn more about what we do and how they can share their wisdom with others who may be able to learn from them.
TONIGHT's Topic: "AI and DSM-5"
https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/joinkirkandfriendtonightfor-aianddsm-5-withwarriorsforlife-wfl
Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Awaken Your Inner Healer!" edition presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) - Monday (TONIGHT), January 12, 2026 @ 4:30 PM PT, 5:30 PM MT, 6:30 PM CT, & 7:30 PM ET
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86121340012
Thank you,
Kirk Poe, Certified Peer Support Specialist, Reiki Master, Certified Body/Emotion/Belief Code Practitioner, & Volunteer Facilitator, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)
"You are Worthy of Every Opportunity to Heal!"
#ai #dsm5 #peersupport #veterans #firstresponders #caregivers #sharingiscaring #peertopeersupport #supportingeachother #supportgroup #supportingveterans #supportingcaregivers #healingtogether #supportingfirstresponders #healingthroughfriendship #friendsandmentalhealth #invisblewounds #ptsd #tbi #mst
“Liking yourself will increase your motivation, confidence, and purpose — Try it!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/the-colonel-s-vfv-motivational-inspirational-qu... View More“Liking yourself will increase your motivation, confidence, and purpose — Try it!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/the-colonel-s-vfv-motivational-inspirational-quotes-message-of-the-day-1354
The “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 — January 12, 2026
Today’s Message is: “Liking Day!” Why Not?
“Genuine care, concern, investment in, and liking people is vital to effective leadership. Great leaders build trust and enhance morale when people feel valued, respected and motivated. Liking people is important, but doesn’t replace respect. Be fair and dependable. Find the balance between likeability and respect!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV)
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“Friendship is also about liking a person for their failings, their weaknesses. It’s also about mutual help, not about exploitation!” — Paul Theroux
“Success is liking yourself, liking what you do and liking how you do it.” — Maya Angelou
“If you make it plain you like people, it’s hard for them to resist liking you back.” — Lois McMaster Bujold
“You liking you is the real gift.” — Unknown Author
“Be fanatically positive and military optimistic. If something is not to your liking, change your liking.” — Dalai Lama
“Doing what you like is freedom, liking what you do with feelings of contribution and being useful, is happiness.” — Unknown Author
“Loving yourself starts with liking yourself, which starts with respecting yourself, which starts with thinking of yourself in positive ways.” — Unknown Author
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing FREE & CONFIDENTIAL Year-round Online Peer-to-Peer Support Nationwide for those with Invisible Wounds.
Come join Volunteer, Peer Support Specialist Kirk Poe for "Awaken Your Inner Healer!" edition of Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, sponsored and presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV).
We are asking everyone to share who we are and what support Victory for Veterans provides via WFL. If you know someone who is a veteran, first responder or a family member/caregiver, please ask them to join us for at least one meeting so they can learn more about what we do and how they can share their wisdom with others who may be able to learn from them.
TONIGHT's Topic: "AI and DSM-5"
https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/joinkirkandfriendtonightfor-aianddsm-5-withwarriorsforlife-wfl
Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Awaken Your Inner Healer!" edition presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) - Monday (TONIGHT), January 12, 2026 @ 4:30 PM PT, 5:30 PM MT, 6:30 PM CT, & 7:30 PM ET
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86121340012
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-friends
Warriors 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/82870324338
You Matter to Us! Be a Survivor, Reach Out, & Join Warriors for Life (WFL) Online:
https://www.victoryforveterans.org/warriors-for-life-events
“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
Check out the BLOGS & what’s happening with Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV): https://www.victoryforveterans.org/blog
#rules #rulesoflife #yourrules #leadershiprules #rulesquotes #quotes #leadershipquotes #quotesoftheday #quotestoliveby #quotesdaily #motivated #motivating #motivatingquotes #motivatingothers #motivational #motivation #motivationalquotesoftheday #leaders #leader #inspiring #inspiringquotes #inspiringothers #inspiration #inspirationalquotesoftheday #inspirational #leadership #leadbyexample #followers #everyone
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