It is very easy to hurt someone if you are not careful and focused on the task. When I saw the instructor demonstrate and successfully perform a phlebotomy on a student, I was still unsure of my skills. Following the demonstration, it was my turn to perform this task. I took a deep breath, followed the proper procedures and techniques, and went to draw. It was a victory to see the blood flow through the vacutainer. In that moment, my anxiety calmed, I felt in control, and I learned a new skill. My thoughts became clear as the worries I once had about my fear of needles and blood