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


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

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


Let’s “Remember Everyone Deployed” today and every day until they return home safely once again!


Good “R.E.D. Friday!” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters,” and all great connections. Welcome to the end of another week from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in The Woodlands, TX — 8 July 2022!


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


“Leaders that are ‘zeroed in’ on others and the organization with an inward focus, outward focus, and concentration can improve their abilities, be innovative in their strategies, and lead with purpose and passion! Having the ability to concentrate and staying focused allows leaders to use resources efficiently and resolve problems effectively. Leadership is all about providing direction toward a goal, mission, or vision. Do you have concentration and focus of attention as a leader?” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

Drop in with Volunteer, Founder of WFL, and Veteran COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs and Bella Burroughs Saturday Evening for Warriors for Life (WFL) Online Peer Support Group sponsored and presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. Where all types of Warriors get together for “Hope and Healing” and where “Sharing is Caring!” Invite a friend, tell a friend, and share with your friends they may need support or know someone who needs support! Get connected, get involved, with Veterans, Service Members, First Responders, Military Families/Spouses, and Caretakers/Caregivers every Saturday Night!


Saturday’s Topic: “Anniversary Effect!”


Drop in Monday Morning for a "Coffee Break!" with Volunteer, Veteran, and Peer Support Specialist SFC (Ret) Rick Williamson as part of Victory for Veterans (VFV) "Warriors for Life" (WFL) Online Peer Group Support Program, where "Sharing is Caring!" Check out the times below!


Victory for Veterans (VFV) "Warriors for Life" (WFL) Online Peer Group Support "Coffee Break!" – Monday, 11 July 2022 starting at 5:00 AM PT, 6:00 AM MT, 7:00 AM CT, and 8:00 AM ET


The Quote in the Picture Today Reads:


“Concentration is the secret of strength.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson


More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:


“Concentration and mental toughness are the margins of victory.” — Bill Russell


“Nothing can add more power to your life than concentrating all of your energies on a limited set of targets.” — Unknown Author

“No fine work can be done without concentration and self-sacrifice and toil and doubt.” —Max Beerbohm


“A ferocious concentration and fanatical execution is what you need to finish strong.” —Gary Ryan Blair

“Out of silence is born concentration, and from that comes learning.” — Stephen Hough


“Concentration comes out of a combination of confidence and hunger.” — Arnold Palmer

“The power of concentration when harnessed becomes one of the most powerful tools for success.” — Berthina Coleman


Be a Survivor and Reach Out and Join Victory for Veterans, Inc for our Warriors for Life (WFL) “Peer-to Peer” Online Peer Group Support where “Sharing is Caring:

“Remember this always and the meaning runs deep for all those men and women who’ve served this great nation: 'Honor & Respect Always — Warriors for Life!' " — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

Check out all of the BLOGS on Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) Website: https://victoryforveterans.org/blog/


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jackhokie68
jackhokie68
08 jul 2022

Flying requires constant concentration and the ability to prioritize all the things you are concentrating on at the same time.



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Great example Jack. Enjoy the rest of your day!

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gasman0617
gasman0617
08 jul 2022

Good R.E.D. Friday Colonel



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Good "R.E.D. Friday" Morning to you as well Robert... Have a great weekend and thank you for you quotes today brother...

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H Gene Lawrence
H Gene Lawrence
08 jul 2022


Good morning Col Burroughs and all of my brothers and sisters here on VFV. I believe that no matter what we do, that if we remain focused on Christ, in our lives, our concentration will be more powerful because He is the source of all our strengths. The below link talks about how to stay focused on Christ. I hope that y’all have a blessed day today and always as y’all stay focused on Christ.


Taken From:https://www.gotquestions.org/focused-on-Christ.html


How can I stay focused on Christ?

ANSWER In our fast-paced, attention-grabbing world, it is easy to get caught up in the daily grind, get distracted, and lose sight of our true purpose in life—the worship and love of God (see Matthew 22:37).…


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H Gene Lawrence
H Gene Lawrence
08 jul 2022
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Thank you for that. As far as I know, we will be home tomorrow so should be able to be there at VFV. Have a very blessed weekend, my friend.

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