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Recently, D+ launched Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi. This six-episode short story series follows the growth paths of three Jedi: Ahsoka, Count Dooku, and Qui-Gon Jinn. After watching it, one realizes the story centers around Ahsoka, as her standalone series is set to premiere in 2023. This 'Tales of the Jedi' is merely an introduction. Each episodic short story lasts about 10 minutes and reveals the three growth stages every Jedi must undergo: challenging personal weaknesses, overcoming inner demons, and achieving a better self. Ahsoka naturally possesses the qualities of a Jedi. Subsequently, she becomes a disciple of Anakin Skywalker.
Anakin, as a master, doesn’t want his apprentice to only practice in training sessions, so he trains her in practical combat. During one training exercise, she briefly considers giving up. However, under her master's orders, she forces herself to confront her weaknesses. When fighting against ten opponents with one lightsaber proves impossible, she pushes herself to practice a dual-lightsaber technique. This technique originally belonged to Anakin, who wielded two lightsabers to defeat Count Dooku in Star Wars Episode III.
Becoming a Jedi requires adherence to the Jedi code. Once one becomes a Jedi, it is their lifelong duty to protect the members of Congress. The Force must not be used for personal desires. If one cannot overcome these inner demons, they may fall and become Sith. Jedi also face moments of failure and helplessness. But they must always remember their mission is to become a better version of themselves. Obi-Wan Kenobi, Luke Skywalker, and Ahsoka have all chosen to give up becoming Jedi and retreat from the world. However, if you don’t seek trouble, trouble will find you. To welcome new challenges, one must learn new skills daily, to become a worthy Jedi.
Tales of the Jedi frequently features the line, 'Live with the Jedi code.' Living every day according to the Jedi code closely resembles Kobe Bryant’s Mamba Mentality. What exactly is the Mamba Mentality? Google offers the following explanation.
The late NBA star Kobe Bryant, who played for the Los Angeles Lakers, had the nickname 'Black Mamba', named after the most venomous snake found in the African savannah. Kobe's spirit has also been termed the 'Mamba Mentality', defined as 'never give up' by Kobe himself. In essence, the Mamba Mentality is about never retreating, never giving up, never fleeing, enduring humiliation, and creating miracles in the face of adversity.
Kobe Bryant's autobiography The Mamba Mentality details how he entered the world of professional basketball in the NBA. The book discusses how he regained confidence from his shortcomings. He practiced diligently every day, setting goals to increase the Lakers' chances of success. Identifying his weaknesses and training to overcome them aimed to become a better version of himself. He devoted his entire life to basketball to avoid regrets post-retirement. Each goal was self-imposed, as he understood the need for athletes to have room for improvement, grounded in personal discipline. Restraining laziness is vital for personal advancement. Actively seeking advice from outstanding predecessors, reading basketball-related books, and reviewing game tapes aimed to continuously refine his practice methods. Continuous learning and relentless practice is what Kobe Bryant described as the 'Mamba Mentality'.
Three years have passed since the pandemic's spread. Worldwide workplace employees have faced unemployment, underemployment, or forced career changes due to the pandemic. Regardless of the field or while still in academia, everyone should remember that no matter how tough the economic situation gets, never give up. In the post-pandemic society, workplace culture trends toward global standards. To achieve a world-class view, one must possess world-class knowledge and skills, as well as a world-class network to compete again. Together, let's encourage each other.