Central to both the gift of creativity and the curse of brooding lie two mindsets we like to call the Angel and the Demon. These are not at all religious references. We think of them more like the benevolent spirit that whispers encouragement from one shoulder and the imp on the other who gives terrible advice. The Angel bestows the gifts, and the Demon casts the curse. With practical tools, you can learn to activate the Angel while shutting down the Demon—often without medication.
