Spoilers about the themes of Pixar’s “Soul” to follow...

Most movies of this kind are about “finding your purpose”.

In fact, the first 3/4ths of the movie leads you to believe that’s what it’s about.

The beautiful twist is that “Soul” is actually about living in the moment and savoring life’s simple pleasures. It’s about paying attention and having gratitude.

It even pushes back against the common tendency of admiring highly functional and “successful” people who have their “purpose”.

It really struck a cord with me. As I continue to transition from hustle focused young entrepreneur to family focused middle aged husband and (hopefully one day) father - the little moments are the moments that really matter.

It made me tear up at the end.

I guess this movie also perfectly encapsulates the thing I need to continue to work on in 2021.

Highly recommended.