Madisgram I go through that alot at times. But if I get past that first second of thought and tell myself, that its going to be okay, that usually
works for me and usually I am Okay......and feel better once I do get
out.

I used to think to myself what if this happens or what if that happens, and that kept me from getting out. Sort of like a Pre-paranoia.

For example when I go to walmart, sometimes i get into a thought mode
where I'm saying to myself, "such a big store, all the lights, the people,
the crowds.....!!!!!

So I Say to myself well I'm just going to get in to the car first, and think
and do one thought at a time.

Usually by the time I get to Walmart I surprise myself and say Wow
I did It....!!! Then actually enjoy walking around the store and Interacting
with people.

"I just have to remember not to talk myself out of it".....!!!!

Hope this helps you......?