On September 23, 2026, at 03:06 Kyiv time, the astronomical autumn equinox arrived in the Northern Hemisphere: the Sun moved into the first degree of the zodiac sign Libra, and the length of day and night became equal. Exclusively for Styler (an RBC-Ukraine project), astrologer Kateryna Solovyeva explained why this day is called the "Day of Power" in astrology and is considered one of the Sun's main holidays, and what processes it sets in motion in a person's life for the next three months — all the way to the Winter Solstice.
The Astronomical and Astrological Meaning of the Day
According to Solovyeva, at the moment of planetary balance, when the Sun occupies the first degree of Libra, the astrological tradition speaks of the opening of the so-called "Gates of Heaven," which, experts believe, help fulfill wishes. At the same time, the astrologer emphasizes: before entering a new stage, it is important to consciously close the old one. That is precisely why the equinox, in her words, becomes a point of review and adjustment of processes connected to certain areas of a person's individual horoscope (radix).
"Spring Cleaning": What Needs to Be Completed
Solovyeva advises paying attention on this day to everything that no longer brings benefit or has lost its meaning: old projects, harmful habits, unneeded things, accumulated clutter, and toxic relationships. "In order to clear space for something new, you need to complete all the projects that have outlived their usefulness, part with harmful habits, unneeded things, clutter, and toxic people," the expert explained. In her words, until such "spring cleaning" is done, it is harder for the new to enter a person's life.
Relationships and Gestalts: Time for Balance
In astrology, the sign of Libra is traditionally associated with balance, harmony, beauty, diplomacy, tolerance, and partnership. Therefore, Solovyeva recommends specifically paying attention on September 23 to relationships in which resentments, hostility, or misunderstandings have accumulated. "Carefully weigh all the "pros" and "cons": whether you need to keep certain people in your orbit," the astrologer emphasized. If a person understands that they were wrong about something, the expert advises finding the strength to apologize, draw conclusions, and close personal "gestalts," thereby balancing one's own environment.
The Destroyer Degree: What Trials to Prepare For
Solovyeva draws attention to the fact that as the Sun moves into Libra, it falls into the so-called destroyer degree, which in astrology is associated with tests of strength, endurance, resilience, and fortitude. "The destroyer degree is a degree of sacrificial testing: only through trials can one receive help and reward for one's steadfastness," the expert reminded. In her words, in Libra this degree has a dual character — destruction and restoration — and may be connected with disappointments, difficult situations, as well as themes of judgment, condemnation, loss of popularity, and the breaking of ties. The astrologer warns directly: it is not advisable to schedule important matters during this period that fall within the Sun's sphere of responsibility.
The Three-Month Program: What Is Laid Down at the Equinox
According to Solovyeva, during the autumn equinox the program of events up to the Winter Solstice is laid down. If a person has not changed their place of residence, then every year during this period the same areas of their individual radix may be activated, which allows them to review and adjust the processes connected with them. Great significance, in the expert's words, is given to the aspects that the transiting Sun forms with the objects of the horoscope: if the connections are harmonious, positive trends, development, and good results can be expected in the corresponding areas over the next three months; if the aspects are tense, this does not necessarily mean only unfavorable events. Solovyeva also advises not to be a source of negativity — not only in words and behavior, but also in opinions — and, when possible, to help another person, which, in her words, helps harmonize the area of relationships.
Contradictory Data
In the provided additional sources (focus.ua, unian.net), the autumn equinox is dated to September 22, 2025, whereas in the main Styler material on which this publication is based, the date is September 23, 2026 (03:06 Kyiv time). This is not an error or a contradiction of versions: the date of the astronomical equinox varies annually within the range of September 22–23 depending on the year and calculations. Thus, both dates are correct for their respective years, and when reading materials from different years it is important to take this natural variation into account.
