[header] How to overcome a fear of needles [title] Work on changing your mindset. [step] Often, the best way to get started overcoming any fear is to try to change how you think about that thing. For instance, thinking, " needles are the worst, " or " i'm terrified of needles, " only reemphasizes that fact for you. 
[substeps] Instead, say things like, " a needle might hurt a bit, but it protects my health. " [title] Write down situations that make you afraid.