The 16 Teachings

1. As Jedi, we are in touch with the Living Force flowing through and around us, as well as being spiritually aware of the Force. Jedi are trained to become sensitive to the Force's energy, fluctuations, and disturbances.

This teaching is done by a variety of forms. However, we must be sure that the connection to the Force is also evident in our teachers as well as between us.
2. Jedi live and focus on the present; we must neither dwell on the past nor be overly concerned about the future. As the mind wanders, focusing on the present is a task not easily attained, for the mind is not content with the eternal present moment. As Jedi, we must release our stress and ease our minds.

I think sometimes it is prudent to dwell on perhaps the lessons of the past if not past events. As the adage goes “those who fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it.

3. Jedi must maintain a clear mind; this is achieved through meditation and contemplation. Our minds can become cluttered and infected by forces and attitudes that we encounter every day, and must be purged of these unnecessary elements on a daily basis.

Yes a lot of clutter in the mind makes it difficult to focus on the present or concentrate and put one’s best effort into a task.

4. As Jedi, we are mindful of our thoughts... we focus our thoughts on the positive. The positive energy of the force is healthy for the mind, body and spirit.

I live this principle daily. It does not do well to cultivate negative energy or to be surrounded by it.
5. As Jedi, we trust and use our feelings. We are intuitive, more so than others and with this heightened intuition we become more spiritually evolved as our minds become more harmonious with the Force and it's influences.

On the other hand our feelings can become a snare to us. It is therefore important to have discernment of the source of all feelings and to focus on the ones which have a pure root.

6. Jedi are patient. Patience is elusive but can be consciously developed over time.

Well, we will see how patient I have learned to be when I am waiting for a Master. Patience is more evident when we find something to do while waiting.

7. Jedi are mindful of the negative emotions which lead to the Dark Side: Anger, Fear, Aggression, and Hate. If we sense these emotions manifesting within ourselves, we must meditate on the Jedi Code and focus on purging these destructive emotions.
In some cases these emotions can be good catalysts for development. Fear promotes courage for example. It is not necessary to purge these emotions, but to exercise control over them.

8. Jedi understand that physical training is as important as training the mind and the spirit. We understand that all aspects of training are necessary to maintain the Jedi way of life and to perform the duties of a Jedi.
Yes, and as with all training it is important to know which ones are the best for you and not to over do any aspect.

9. Jedi protect the peace. We are warriors of peace, and are not ones to use force to resolve a conflict; it is through peace, understanding and harmony that conflicts resolve.

Force should always be a last resort, with diplomacy as the first

10. Jedi believe in destiny and trust in the will of the Force. We accept the fact that what seems to be random events are not random at all, but the design of the Force. Each living creature has a purpose, understanding that purpose comes with a deep awareness of the Force. Even things that happen which seem negative have a purpose, though that purpose is not easy to see.
I wonder how this lines up with the idea of free will. The fact or illusion of free will allows a person to move with authority and determination. The idea that we are puppets of some grand marionette may also absolve us from an guilt our actions may incur, thus I think it is important to maintain a feeling of free will.

11. Jedi must let go of obsessive attachment, both material and personal. The obsession over possessions creates the fear of loosing those possessions, which can lead to the Dark Side.
Yes, but proper attachment to all things in the world must be cultivated. A cold, unfeeling personality can also lead to the Dark Side

12. Jedi believe in eternal life. We do not become obsessed in mourning those who pass. Grieve as you will but take heart, for the soul and spirit continue in the netherworld of the Living Force.
What form this takes is completely up to the believer, for the force has no form, but is only energy.

13. Jedi use the Force only when it is necessary. We do not apply our abilities or powers to boast or be prideful. We use the Force for knowledge, and exercise wisdom and humility in doing so, for humility is a trait all Jedi must embody.
Ah! I must work on this

14. We as Jedi believe that love and compassion are central to our lives. We must love each other as we love ourselves; by doing this, we envelope all life in the positive energy of the Force.
Love and compassion should be the root of all of our relationships with life.

15. Jedi are guardians of peace and justice. We believe in finding peaceful solutions to problems, gifted as we are we remain negotiators of the utmost ability. We never negotiate out of fear, but never fear to negotiate. We embrace justice, protecting and preserving the fundamental rights of all living creatures. Empathy and compassion are vital to us; it allows us to comprehend the wounds caused by injustice.
As I said earlier, force should be a last resort with diplomacy as the first.

16. We as Jedi make a commitment to, and are loyal to the Jedi cause. The ideals, philosophies, and practices of the Jedi define the belief of Jediism, and we take action on this path for self improvement, and to help others. We are both the witnesses and protectors of the Jedi way by the practice of our Faith.
This is the same as most roots of religious faith. Action is emphasized over words. The witness of action is more powerful than any words.