It is not always that easy to keep a lid on your emotions when certain things happen and sometimes you might even struggle to maintain a positive mood for any reasonable amount of time. If you feel like you are being dragged down and overwhelmed by feelings of negativity there are positive steps you can take to redress the balance. Here are some ideas and tips on how to help banish negative emotions, starting with an overview of why you might feel that way, then followed by a look at how rediscovering a childhood activity can help. Plus an overview of mindfulness and a healthy way to lift your mood. Image Source: Flickr Getting to the Root of the Problem If you are feeling stressed, depressed, angry or any other …