So many things in life aren’t black and white but end up being shades of gray. And so often we live in a place of limbo, not quite ready to leave where we are but not yet ready for where we’re about to go.

For instance, I have a friend who is struggling with marital troubles and she is completely stressed out because she doesn’t know if she’ll still be married in six months or out on her own with her two children.

Another friend desperately wants to leave her job and devote herself full-time to her business (she’s a talented designer) but financially, she’s too scared to take the leap of faith just yet.

Maybe you can relate. And I think there’s a lesson here from fashion.

Think about what we do during this fall transition period. We’re in-between seasons right?

It’s way to cold for our summer wear. It’s still not cold enough for the all-out winter coat, scarf and gloves ordeal.

And one of the ways we cope with is by embracing this in-between time, not fighting it or resisting it.

So we grab a transition piece like a great maxi sweater. Today’s VPOD is a colorful choice with an oversized hood and tie-front closures.

Or, if you prefer a more minimalist look, you may also like these cable-knit fisherman versions:

These in-between pieces ease us into the next phase and you can do the same thing with life’s challenges. Embrace the in-between.

Oh, it’s gonna be scary!  Believe me, I know because I’ve been there many, many times.

But you can’t worry yourself out of a problem.  You have to take action—even if your action is to consciously decide not to take action just yet.

And, remember, action doesn’t have to happen in a flash.

You can gradually and gently ease yourself into a new situation with baby steps and the help of a life transition piece, like a good friend, a therapist, a hobby to take your mind off things, or a class to learn something that makes you feel more confident as you face the changes looming in your future.

Remember, everyone’s life is in transition, not just yours. After all, that’s what life is—one big or little change after another.

And you can weather your changes with style when you’re a vintage fashionista!

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