The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
- 10 hours ago
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“Think about it. Have you seen or done everything you’ve wanted in this life?” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
Good “Tuesday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, & Patriots!” Welcome from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — 22 April 2025
Today’s Message is: “Seen Day!” Why Not?
“Leadership is about earning and building trust and making people feel like they’ve been seen for their value. When people are seen and valued they feel connected, recognized, and appreciated. Have you seen the value in the people you lead?” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)

More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“Connection is the energy that exists between people when they feel seen, heard, and valued; when they can give and receive without judgment; and when they derive sustenance and strength from the relationship.” — Brene Brown
“I’ve seen better days, but I’ve also seen worse. I don’t have everything I want, but I do have all I need. I woke up with some aches and pains, but I woke up. My life may not be perfect, but I am blessed!” — Unknown Author

“The highest and most beautiful things in life are not to be heard about, nor read about, not seen but, if one will, are to be lived.” — Soren Kierkegaard
“Never underestimate the power of being seen.” — Brene Brown

“You have seen your own strength. You have seen your own beauty, You have seen your golden wings. Of anything less, why do you worry? You are in truth the soul, of the soul, of the soul.” — Rumi
“Be the reason someone feels welcome, seen heard, valued, loved, and supported.” — Unknown Author

“Beauty exists not in what is seen and remembered, but in what is felt and never forgotten.” — Johnathan Jena
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
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“The meaning runs deep for those men and women who’ve served this country: 'Honor & Respect Always — Warriors for Life’!” COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
