With a long delay, due to the pandemic, the new animated film “Soul” (Soul, 2020) was finally released. As a person in whose work the soul is the main object of research, I could not miss the opportunity to supplement my knowledge with new experiences and impressions. Moreover, all previous works of the Pixar studio were always worth watching. What was always striking about them was some kind of exceptional ability to convey such important human and life values ​​in such an accessible, playful way. And this time was no exception. My expectations were not only met, but even exceeded, judging by the sincere tears in my eyes, in especially sensitive moments. I am convinced that the creators are not just talented artists and screenwriters, but also very good psychologists. Such an absolutely unobtrusive invitation to explore human souls, along the way sorting out all the complexities using the simplest and most understandable examples. With all the diversity and uniqueness of each soul, there are some general patterns that immediately become recognizable both in the heroes and in oneself. It’s difficult to do without spoilers, but in three words, this story is about an ordinary, no longer young man who lives an ordinary, normal, average life. However, he has a dream that inspires him and even gives some meaning to his existence. While at the most interesting place he accidentally (this often happens) dies. When he wakes up, he finds himself already halfway to the world of “After”. One can understand his absolute disagreement with dying at the moment when life finally turned its best side towards him. What follows are the amazing and heart-warming adventures of the protagonist’s Soul in the struggle to return to his place in the sun. And in order to return there, of course, you need the world “Before”.... I don’t know why I wanted the film to be shown as some kind of educational material for the younger generation. From 12+ to.... Dedicated to all these vulnerable, fragile, seeking and rebellious souls, as they say. Despite his status (6+), he is still too early for younger children, and may seem too “confused”, but isn’t which is very beautiful and sometimes funny. In a slightly primitive, albeit reliable form, some adults will be able to recognize their frozen and lost souls that have strayed from their true path. The film clearly shows what happens when a person forgets to take care of himself and the true joys for his soul. Even when he blindly follows his dream. And only... The main idea of ​​the film, in my opinion, is that every soul necessarily needs its own unique life experience. In every soul from the world “Before” this experience there is a lot of fear, mistrust, doubt and a feeling of meaninglessness. Isn’t this what most people come to psychologists for? Both in the film and in psychological practice, it soon becomes obvious that no predetermination, predetermination and purpose will make the Soul truly alive. It is also difficult to force her to start living or to take up and love life. Any, the most attractive and seductive promises about values ​​​​and the meaning of life do not become sufficient motivation until the decision is made to try to live. “You will never be ready to start doing something, you just need to start, and then you will understand that you are ready.” . To overcome your fears, dispel doubts, and to understand something about yourself, you often need someone else who can help with this. This is the value of relationships, friendly, parental and therapeutic as well. Like any art, the film leaves, of course, mixed impressions. Some people simply “like it”, some are “delighted”, there are also those who are “not into it”. But it’s still worth watching to get this very, maybe right now, such a necessary hour and a half experience for your own soul.