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The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!


Today's Message is: "Emotion Day!" Why Not?

The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!


Good “Sunday!” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters,” and all great connections. Welcome from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in The Woodlands, TX — 22 January 2023!


Today’s Message is: “Emotion Day!” Why Not?


“Great leaders display the ability to lead with positive emotion during the most difficult and challenging times? They have a positive outlook, maintain confidence, and influence others with inspiration in the face of adversity. Leaders respond with action under control instead of reacting with negative emotion. Will you remain calm and in control of your emotions as a strong leader when under extreme stress?” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

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The Quote in the Picture Today Reads:


“Emotion is energy in motion.” — Peter McWilliams

More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:


“Reason leads to conclusions. Emotion leads to action.” — Donald Calne


“Any emotion, if it is sincere, is involuntary.” — Unknown Author

“Good leaders know when to display emotions and when to delay them.” — John C. Maxwell


“Emotion can be the enemy, if you give into your emotion, you lose yourself. You must be at one with your emotions, because the body always follows the mind.” — Bruce Lee

“Real persuasion comes from putting more of you into everything you say. Words have an effect. Words loaded with emotion have a powerful effect.” — Jim Rohn


“Your relationship with emotion matters more than the things you feel.” — Unknown Author

“Watch the thought, feel the emotion, observe the reaction.” — Eckhart Tolle


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gasman0617
gasman0617
Jan 22, 2023

Good Sunday afternoon Colonel





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Great quotes today Robert. Enjoy your Sunday my friend!

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H Gene Lawrence
H Gene Lawrence
Jan 22, 2023



Good morning Col Burroughs and all of my brothers and sisters here on VFV. Emotions are very strong feelings, that if not kept in balance can destroy us. There is a way that positively can lead us to good things. A strong faith in God will help us to control our emotions. Have a blessed day and always.

Taken from:https://www.gotquestions.org/managing-emotions.html


What does the Bible say about managing/controlling emotions?

ANSWER What would humans be like if we never became emotional, if we were capable of controlling emotions at all times? Perhaps we would be like Mr. Spock on Star Trek, as his responses to all situations seem to be purely logical, never emotional. But God created us in His image, and God’s…

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Great piece on the bible and emotions today Gene. You and Linda have a blessed afternoon my friend...

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jackhokie68
jackhokie68
Jan 22, 2023

Emotions are a necessary part of life and survival in todays hectic world. The problem is that too many allow emotions to guide the path through life rather than just being part of the decision making process.



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You hit the nail right on the head Jack... you can't lead these days based on emotions, but you can lead with pisitive emotions when the "Fit Hits the Shan!" So important to be confidence in the face adversity... people will follow you into hell and back my friend. Have a great day Jack!

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