The Clearing with Katherine May Andy J. Pizza’s magical, moving ADHD landscape
Dec 20, 2025
Andy J. Pizza, a talented author and illustrator, dives into the unique interplay between ADHD and creativity. He explores the idea of resting in motion, emphasizing that true rest often means immersing oneself in passions. Andy shares his imaginative vision of a fictional retreat in Howl's Moving Castle, highlighting its appeal for neurodivergent minds. They also discuss the magic of Miyazaki films, the nostalgic charm of Fraggle Rock, and the importance of novelty and familiar comforts in creative inspiration. It's a delightful journey through a vibrant, neurodivergent dreamscape!
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Resting In Motion For ADHD
- Andy J. Pizza says ADHD rest needs stimulation and novelty rather than passive downtime.
- He frames rest as “resting in motion” where passions and activity refill energy.
A Moving Castle Retreat
- Andy chose Howl's Moving Castle as his retreat because it moves and offers constant novelty like a train or swing.
- He values worlds where background life and unexplained magic make the place feel alive and restorative.
Catalog Interests Before They Vanish
- Catalog new interests immediately because ADHD causes out-of-sight, out-of-mind loss of threads.
- Be proactive about preserving curiosities to avoid losing creative energy and zest.