I have an important phone call to make and I'm having really high anxiety about it. Coping strategies?

I have an important phone call to make and I'm having really high anxiety about it. Coping strategies?
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Hey, relax, this had to have happened all the time. I’m sure there are procedures in place to walk you through this. It was complicated stuff, and you’re online enough to negotiate sites. Think of someone who isn’t used to being online. So it has to be easier than you think. and what’s the worse possible downside? So make the call. If you need more help I’ll do what I can.
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