Before October, What Your Sign Needs to Release

You’ve reached a seasonal threshold. The equinox has passed, autumn has begun, and on September 23, the Sun in Libra faces Neptune. Translation? Illusions, excuses, and self-deception no longer belong in your story. The stars are giving you an ultimatum: if you want to enter October light and free, you must put down what you’ve been carrying. Sign by sign, here’s what each zodiac needs to release right now—before life does it for you.

Why letting go matters before October

Every equinox is a reset: days and nights balance, and within us, there’s a call to restore our own sense of harmony. But September 23 isn’t just any day. With the Sun in Libra opposing Neptune in Aries, the spotlight falls on illusions, false comfort, and the masks we hide behind.

This is when the universe whispers: “Drop the weight. Stop clinging to what drains you. Free space for what’s real.” Sometimes it’s subtle—a toxic habit, a relationship that’s more cage than comfort, a dream that no longer matches who you’ve become. Letting go doesn’t mean losing. It means making room.

Aries: bottled-up anger

Aries loves to rush forward, but underneath, resentment builds like pressure in a volcano. You act like you’ve moved on, but grudges still simmer. Before October, it’s time to release that hidden rage. Say what hurt you, burn it off with a workout, or let it out in writing. Anger doesn’t shield you—it weighs you down.

Taurus: clinging to the past

Taurus holds on to everything—objects, memories, even outdated relationships. Security matters, but not when it crowds out your present. What you must let go of now are the things that no longer hold real value. Clear the clutter, in your home and in your heart. That breakup, that old plan, that dusty souvenir: release it. You’re not losing—you’re gaining space to breathe.

Gemini: endless excuses

Master of words, Gemini can spin explanations for everything. But those excuses keep you from owning your truth. What you need to release is the habit of hiding behind chatter. If you want change, stop softening it with apologies. Say “no.” Say “this is what I want.” Watch how freeing it feels.

Cancer: the savior complex

Your empathy is beautiful, but sometimes you carry what isn’t yours. You step in, you soothe, you sacrifice—until you’re running on empty. Before October, let go of the belief that you must save everyone. Care, yes. But not at the cost of yourself. Step back. Let others figure it out. They might surprise you.

Leo: wounded pride

People admire you, but one careless comment can stick like a thorn. You replay slights, holding them like medals of pain. What you must release is the need for constant recognition. Not everyone will see your brilliance, and that’s okay. Forgive those who didn’t notice, and focus on those who do.

Virgo: obsession with control

Your perfectionism is admirable—until it suffocates you. You plan, check, and correct nonstop. But life doesn’t collapse when you let go. Before October, release the idea that everything depends on your control. Allow mistakes, embrace mess, let spontaneity in. You’ll find relief in realizing not everything needs managing.

Libra: fear of disappointing

You bend, you adjust, you keep the peace—at the cost of your own needs. What you must let go of is the fear of displeasing others. Stop saying “yes” when your heart screams “no.” This season, risk imbalance for the sake of honesty. Real connections don’t shatter when you stand your ground—they deepen.

Scorpio: chronic suspicion

Your instincts are razor-sharp, but sometimes they poison you. Always testing, always scanning for betrayal—you exhaust yourself. Before October, release the paranoia. Not everyone is out to deceive you. Let trust in. If someone isn’t worthy, the truth will surface without your constant watch.

Sagittarius: the running game

You love adventure, but sometimes you run just to avoid facing something. You book the trip, join the party, chase the horizon—when the real issue waits at home. What you must let go of now is the urge to escape. Stay still, look at what bothers you, and deal with it. The answers aren’t out there. They’ve been inside you all along.

Capricorn: the burden of duty

You wear responsibility like armor. Strong, reliable, unshakable. But some of the weight you carry isn’t yours. Before October, release the belief that you must do it all alone. The world won’t crumble if you put something down. Real strength is knowing when to say, “This isn’t mine to hold.”

Aquarius: fighting pointless battles

You thrive on big ideas and causes, but sometimes you fight for the sake of fighting. Debating, arguing, proving your point—it drains you. Before October, let go of the need to be right at all costs. Not every hill is worth dying on. Save your fire for the causes that matter.

Pisces: the dream bubble

Pisces loves to drift in comforting illusions, avoiding harsh truths. But that bubble can turn into a cage. Before October, it’s time to release the fantasy that keeps you from reality. Open your eyes. Reality may not be as glossy as your dream, but it’s richer, deeper, and capable of nourishing you in ways illusions never can.

The message of September 23

With the Sun in Libra opposing Neptune in Aries, the cosmos strips away the filters. What we thought we controlled slips, what we thought was safe reveals cracks. But this isn’t punishment—it’s liberation.

What you release now isn’t a loss. It’s an unburdening. As if the universe is saying: “Put it down, I’ll show you something better.”

October is full of new beginnings and opportunities. But you can’t seize them if your arms are full of what no longer serves you. So before you turn the page, let go.