I like alpha-omega and trocious's ideas. ]

However, I'd take it a step further. Perhaps you could go to someone who knows about them and learn about your aura. Your aura can act as a semi-permeable shield, you can let go of any energy you want to, but it can be set so that it will only let in positive energy. (I guess its sort of like believing in magic) Once you're comfortable with the protctive power of your aura, you can do as armyhelmetman suggested and really check out what you're frightened of.

And there's nothing wrong with sleeping in the light.