how to overcome fear

[c=BF0000][i]fear has took over my life, i live alone in a flat...i have no support system apart from my elderly mum and dad and they live far away.......i battle with mental problems and anxiety is a big part of that...and i've begun to be afraid just doing normal everyday things? fear just opening letters and mail.....fear about having to make phone calls, a fear talking to people or coming in contact with people.....fear has blighted every part of my life..

i need to make a phone call to the social services today an important call....but i have a fear of phoning up and putting myself over and just talking to someone from there.....my courage has abandoned me also my self confidence has too...and i feel ridiculous i can't overcome this problem...


any help on how to beat my 'fear' problem?[/i][/c]