Finding Purpose
When basketball ended, I was lost. But then I realized my purpose is to help others find their purpose.
Kobe Bryant
American basketball player, five-time NBA champion, second only to Michael Jordan in basketball history.
All moments: Kobe Bryant
- Philosophy of Maximum — Kobe Bryant
Mamba Mentality is being obsessed with perfection. It means never being satisfied. There is always room for improvement.
- Transformation Through Dedication — Kobe Bryant
I decided I wanted to be the best. After that, I changed. I worked when others rested.
- Mamba Never Retreats — Kobe Bryant
Mamba Mentality doesn't end when you stop playing. It stays with you for life.
- Champion's Testament — Kobe Bryant
I gave basketball everything. Now it's time to give everything to my family.
- Honesty About the Journey — Kobe Bryant
People see only the result. They don't see all those nights when I was alone on the court, working.
- End and Beginning — Kobe Bryant
I'm not afraid of the next chapter. It's a new challenge. I will try just as hard in this as I did in basketball.
Related moments
- Documenting History — Questlove
As a documentarian, I feel a responsibility to preserve the history of Black music and culture
- All Music Is Folk Music — Louis Armstrong
All music is folk music. I ain't never heard a horse sing a song.
- The Power of Compassion — Michael Jackson
The most important thing is love and compassion. They override everything.
- The Art of Service — John Legend
As an artist, I see my role as serving humanity and raising my voice for justice
- Music Is Life — Jon Batiste
Music is a spiritual practice, a therapy, a way to connect us to ourselves and each other
- Compromise and Conscience — Bob Dylan
I'll never sell my soul for money or fame. It's my only true asset.