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Lt Col Charlie Brown
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Good Monday morning Col Burroughs and Posse. I do believe so much of what we experience is filtered through our state of mind.
I woke to rain this morning. I was delighted; we need it to knock down the pollen count, clear the cidada shells, and water the landscape. I could have been unhappy the sun is not shining but I choose my response. Then genius that I am, I made coffee in the quick pot without any grounds...so what I got was hot water...I laughed at myself, grateful I had set up the other one correctly and that I had time to sit and enjoy it. It's about your state of mind. Find something to be happy about, grateful for, appreciative of...and it changes things. It does take practice, so why not give it a try?




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SGT David A. 'Cowboy' Groth
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Lt Col Charlie Brown Words of wisdom ma'am.
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COL Mikel J. Burroughs
COL Mikel J. Burroughs
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Lt Col Charlie Brown - Sounds like a great morning Charlie, glad you laughed it off and went into the rest of the day with right state of mind...

“Well, what ‘State of Mind’ are you in today and what kind of stuff will you get knocked out? You can have a ‘state of mind that covers a variety of things. A happy state of mind, a helping state of mind, just want to get up on the right side of the bed state of mind, and the list goes on. However, you start this day off try to have a positive state of mind and that leads me to this quote…

‘Focusing on the positive is a state of mind which, for many people, a muscle that must be worked.’ — Christopher Pinckley

May your state of mind lead you down that positive path today and every day; may your mind, body, and soul be opened to grace, goodness, peace, forgiveness, and a continued bountiful life of purpose; and keep your family safe, secure, happy, and healthy.” —COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

Come join Warriors for Life (WFL) TONIGHT with Volunteer, Reiki Master, & Certified Body and Emotion Code Practitioner Kirk Poe and Volunteer Civilian Supporter Diane Baren, SPHR! The Topic: "Release Self Judgements!"

https://www.rallypoint.com/shared-links/drop-in-tonight-with-kirk-and-diane-for-warriors-for-life-wfl-release-self-judgment
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SSgt Marian Mitchell
SSgt Marian Mitchell
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Great memes today!
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LTC Stephen F.
LTC Stephen F.
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I hope your state of mind is content and peaceful in all circumstances. I expect that you are calm and assured in challenging situations such as this grocery shortage and COVID risk season. No doubt, your humility and peace, inspires those you lead and those who rely on you. I hope your confidence is primarily in the LORD and your optimistic attitude prompts those who are close to you to their best. After all HE renews our mind when needed. ‘Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.’ [Romans 12:2 ESV] my sister-in-Christ Lt Col Charlie Brown.

I pray for alertness, discernment and the fruit of the Spirit faithfulness and self-control for each of YOUR adopted sons and daughters who reads this prayer or hears it dear LORD. By YOUR grace, YOU prepare us for future challenges by leading us through circumstances that test our mettle. YOU desire us to fully trust YOU and YOU bless each of us who place our full trust in you. 'Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.' [Psalm 23:4 ESV]
I lift individuals whose state if mind is unstable, those suffering from PTSD, TBI, depression, disturbed dreams and sleeplessness, and insanity to YOU LORD as well those who care for them and or rely on them. I pray that YOU bless each with a large measure of peace as they experience the cyclical storms in their minds. YOU are our peace in the storms of life. 'I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world. [John 16:33 ESV]
I pray that YOU bless the service members protecting this nation around the world; the police officers, sheriffs and deputies, federal and state agents protecting this nation internally from small towns through rural areas to cities and states with eyes to see what they need to see to function effectively as they perform their missions and work to meet objectives. 'do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.' [Philippians 4:6-7 ESV]
I pray that YOU bring confusion to the minds of the enemies of this nation including terrorists, cartel thugs, domestic fomenters of violence and mayhem and those who abuse the word of God for their own purposes. Thankfully as YOU used as donkey to convince Balaam, YOU work all to good for YOUR own. ‘To the pure, all things are pure, but to the defiled and unbelieving, nothing is pure; but both their minds and their consciences are defiled. They profess to know God, but they deny him by their works. They are detestable, disobedient, unfit for any good work.’ [Titus 1:15-16 ESV]
I pray that you and your family members sleep well Monday night and will awake refreshed and healthy on Tuesday morning.
By the power and authority of the Name above all names, Jesus the Christ.
FYI COL Mikel J. Burroughs PO3 Charles Streich SPC Michael Terrell
It Is Well With My Soul · Jars Of Clay
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ilGu_XCNMPc
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SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL
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COL Mikel J. Burroughs here is an additional video share to go along with the read:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5HKMfRzEgM

Read by Shane Morris
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A legendary piece of reflective poetry written by Walter D. Wintle, a poet who lived in the late 19th and early 20th century. Little to nothing is known about any details of his life.

Full Poem:
If you think you are beaten, you are;
If you think you dare not, you don't.
If you'd like to win, but you think you can't,
It is almost a cinch you won't.

If you think you'll lose, you've lost;
For out in this world we find
Success begins with a person's will
It's all in the state of mind.

If you think you're outclassed, you are;
You've got to think high to rise.
You've got to be sure of yourself before
You can ever win the prize.

Life's battles don't always go
To the stronger or faster man;
But sooner or later the person who wins
Is the one who thinks he can!

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COL Mikel J. Burroughs
COL Mikel J. Burroughs
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Always enjoy the additional shares SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL - thank you my friend...
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SSgt Marian Mitchell
SSgt Marian Mitchell
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Beautiful poem!!!
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SMSgt David A Asbury
SMSgt David A Asbury
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You hit the nail on the head!
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LTC Stephen F.
LTC Stephen F.
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I hope your state of mind is content and peaceful in all circumstances. I expect that you are calm and assured in challenging situations such as this grocery shortage and COVID risk season. No doubt, your humility and peace, inspires those you lead and those who rely on you. I hope your confidence is primarily in the LORD and your optimistic attitude prompts those who are close to you to their best. After all HE renews our mind when needed. ‘Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.’ [Romans 12:2 ESV] my brother-in-Christ SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL.

I pray for alertness, discernment and the fruit of the Spirit faithfulness and self-control for each of YOUR adopted sons and daughters who reads this prayer or hears it dear LORD. By YOUR grace, YOU prepare us for future challenges by leading us through circumstances that test our mettle. YOU desire us to fully trust YOU and YOU bless each of us who place our full trust in you. 'Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.' [Psalm 23:4 ESV]
I lift individuals whose state if mind is unstable, those suffering from PTSD, TBI, depression, disturbed dreams and sleeplessness, and insanity to YOU LORD as well those who care for them and or rely on them. I pray that YOU bless each with a large measure of peace as they experience the cyclical storms in their minds. YOU are our peace in the storms of life. 'I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world. [John 16:33 ESV]
I pray that YOU bless the service members protecting this nation around the world; the police officers, sheriffs and deputies, federal and state agents protecting this nation internally from small towns through rural areas to cities and states with eyes to see what they need to see to function effectively as they perform their missions and work to meet objectives. 'do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.' [Philippians 4:6-7 ESV]
I pray that YOU bring confusion to the minds of the enemies of this nation including terrorists, cartel thugs, domestic fomenters of violence and mayhem and those who abuse the word of God for their own purposes. Thankfully as YOU used as donkey to convince Balaam, YOU work all to good for YOUR own. ‘To the pure, all things are pure, but to the defiled and unbelieving, nothing is pure; but both their minds and their consciences are defiled. They profess to know God, but they deny him by their works. They are detestable, disobedient, unfit for any good work.’ [Titus 1:15-16 ESV]
I pray that you and your family members sleep well Monday night and will awake refreshed and healthy on Tuesday morning.
By the power and authority of the Name above all names, Jesus the Christ.
FYI COL Mikel J. Burroughs PO3 Charles Streich SPC Michael Terrell
It Is Well With My Soul · Jars Of Clay
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ilGu_XCNMPc
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PVT Mark Zehner
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Love these quotes! I use to have a state of mind that I was a waste but after years of relearning how to do somethings I now feel like a great success! Thank you for always keeping things groundedq!
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COL Mikel J. Burroughs
COL Mikel J. Burroughs
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You've been a great success and they'll keep on coming with that positive state of mind PVT Mark Zehner Congrats brother...

“Well, what ‘State of Mind’ are you in today and what kind of stuff will you get knocked out? You can have a ‘state of mind that covers a variety of things. A happy state of mind, a helping state of mind, just want to get up on the right side of the bed state of mind, and the list goes on. However, you start this day off try to have a positive state of mind and that leads me to this quote…

‘Focusing on the positive is a state of mind which, for many people, a muscle that must be worked.’ — Christopher Pinckley

May your state of mind lead you down that positive path today and every day; may your mind, body, and soul be opened to grace, goodness, peace, forgiveness, and a continued bountiful life of purpose; and keep your family safe, secure, happy, and healthy.” —COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

Come join Warriors for Life (WFL) TONIGHT with Volunteer, Reiki Master, & Certified Body and Emotion Code Practitioner Kirk Poe and Volunteer Civilian Supporter Diane Baren, SPHR! The Topic: "Release Self Judgements!"

https://www.rallypoint.com/shared-links/drop-in-tonight-with-kirk-and-diane-for-warriors-for-life-wfl-release-self-judgment
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LTC Stephen F.
LTC Stephen F.
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I hope your state of mind is content and peaceful in all circumstances. I expect that you are calm and assured in challenging situations such as this grocery shortage and COVID risk season. No doubt, your humility and peace, inspires those you lead and those who rely on you. I hope your confidence is primarily in the LORD and your optimistic attitude prompts those who are close to you to their best. After all HE renews our mind when needed. ‘Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.’ [Romans 12:2 ESV] my brother-in-Christ PVT Mark Zehner.

I pray for alertness, discernment and the fruit of the Spirit faithfulness and self-control for each of YOUR adopted sons and daughters who reads this prayer or hears it dear LORD. By YOUR grace, YOU prepare us for future challenges by leading us through circumstances that test our mettle. YOU desire us to fully trust YOU and YOU bless each of us who place our full trust in you. 'Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.' [Psalm 23:4 ESV]
I lift individuals whose state if mind is unstable, those suffering from PTSD, TBI, depression, disturbed dreams and sleeplessness, and insanity to YOU LORD as well those who care for them and or rely on them. I pray that YOU bless each with a large measure of peace as they experience the cyclical storms in their minds. YOU are our peace in the storms of life. 'I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world. [John 16:33 ESV]
I pray that YOU bless the service members protecting this nation around the world; the police officers, sheriffs and deputies, federal and state agents protecting this nation internally from small towns through rural areas to cities and states with eyes to see what they need to see to function effectively as they perform their missions and work to meet objectives. 'do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.' [Philippians 4:6-7 ESV]
I pray that YOU bring confusion to the minds of the enemies of this nation including terrorists, cartel thugs, domestic fomenters of violence and mayhem and those who abuse the word of God for their own purposes. Thankfully as YOU used as donkey to convince Balaam, YOU work all to good for YOUR own. ‘To the pure, all things are pure, but to the defiled and unbelieving, nothing is pure; but both their minds and their consciences are defiled. They profess to know God, but they deny him by their works. They are detestable, disobedient, unfit for any good work.’ [Titus 1:15-16 ESV]
I pray that you and your family members sleep well Tuesday night and will awake refreshed and healthy on Wednesday morning.
By the power and authority of the Name above all names, Jesus the Christ.
FYI COL Mikel J. Burroughs PO3 Charles Streich SPC Michael Terrell
It Is Well With My Soul · Jars Of Clay
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ilGu_XCNMPc
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