Harake Skoon

Harake Skoon Dance Movement Psychotherapy service offered by Yara Antoun MA RDMP, Registered Dance Movement Psychotherapist.

This page aims to raise awareness & advocate for Dance Movement Psychotherapy for mental health support & general wellbeing.

In a culture that pushes us to fix, control, or hide discomfort, learning to listen deeply to our bodies can feel revolu...
30/07/2025

In a culture that pushes us to fix, control, or hide discomfort, learning to listen deeply to our bodies can feel revolutionary.

This practice invites us to slow down and witness what’s truly happening inside, without judgment or rush.

Over time, this becomes a source of clarity and strength, reminding us that we don’t have to be perfect or ‘fixed’ to be whole.

Instead, wholeness grows from the simple, often messy act of being present with ourselves exactly as we are.

Expression and communication aren’t just about the words we say, they’re also in what we don’t say.When we expect everyo...
27/07/2025

Expression and communication aren’t just about the words we say, they’re also in what we don’t say.

When we expect everyone to speak the same language, to express themselves through words alone, we overlook the diverse ways people show who they are and what they feel.

This can leave many feeling unheard, misunderstood or disconnected simply because their way of expressing doesn’t fit the usual mold.

Listening then means opening ourselves to more than just speech. The body tells stories that words sometimes cannot reach.

This is how we begin to understand the fuller, richer experience of the people around us.

To sit with a feeling means to allow it to be there, with acceptance, curiosity and empathy. It’s meeting ourselves exac...
22/07/2025

To sit with a feeling means to allow it to be there, with acceptance, curiosity and empathy.

It’s meeting ourselves exactly where we are without rushing to fix, understand, or judge what arises.

Sitting with a feeling invites us to gently ask: what is it that I’m feeling? We notice the sensations in our body, even when we can’t name the emotion or make sense of it.

It’s not about ‘forcing ourselves to suffer’, but about staying present while also recognizing our agency, we can feel something difficult and still ask ourselves what we need in response. We can support ourselves through it.

This process can feel unfamiliar or overwhelming, especially if we’ve been disconnected from our body.

That’s why building embodied safety and trust is key and this happens over time: slowly experiencing that whatever arises we can handle it.

People in relationships are different. They express care differently, process emotions in their own way, and respond to ...
09/07/2025

People in relationships are different. They express care differently, process emotions in their own way, and respond to conflict based on who they are and what they’ve lived through.

It’s easy to label something a red flag when we’re looking at it through our own lens, shaped by our values, expectations, and experiences.

But often, things are more nuanced than that. What feels off at first might just be unfamiliar, not necessarily unsafe.

At the same time, what feels familiar, what we’ve always known or tolerated, might actually be unsafe.

Relationships take communication, curiosity, and a willingness to try and understand each other’s worldview.

That said, even difference of perspectives doesn’t mean we have to stay in constant tension. Sometimes it’s just not the right fit.

And at other times, the discomfort we’re feeling is pointing to something harmful, especially when certain behaviors are part of a larger pattern that includes disrespect, manipulation, gaslighting, or a refusal to take accountability.

The behavior on its own might seem small, but how it shows up, and how it affects you, matters. The goal isn’t to avoid difference, but to recognize when difference is being used to excuse harm.

If you could capture therapy in a sentence or metaphor, what would it be?
07/07/2025

If you could capture therapy in a sentence or metaphor, what would it be?

Caring for ourselves isn’t a simple, one-size-fits-all process. It’s often layered and complex, shifting depending on wh...
01/07/2025

Caring for ourselves isn’t a simple, one-size-fits-all process. It’s often layered and complex, shifting depending on where we are emotionally, physically and mentally.

Sometimes what we think of as self-care might actually be a way to avoid uncomfortable feelings or protect ourselves from vulnerability, while other times it’s a genuine act of honoring our needs.

The key is to approach these moments without judgment and instead cultivate gentle curiosity, paying close attention to how our bodies respond.

Becoming more aware of your body’s reactions can give you clearer insight into what you truly need and how to respond.
By allowing yourself to pause, notice, and simply be with whatever arises whether it’s discomfort, resistance or ease, you create space to meet yourself honestly.

This ongoing dialogue with your body helps you understand that self-care is about tuning in, honoring your needs and limits, and allowing yourself the kindness to be present with whatever is happening.

Not knowing how we feel isn’t a gap we need to urgently fill or a problem we must fix, it’s a state that asks to be met ...
25/06/2025

Not knowing how we feel isn’t a gap we need to urgently fill or a problem we must fix, it’s a state that asks to be met not solved.

Sometimes our inner world doesn’t offer clarity on demand. Trying to force understanding can create more tension than relief.

Meeting uncertainty with gentleness and curiosity allows us to stay present with what is rather than rush toward what ‘should’ be.

In doing so, we create the conditions for understanding to emerge naturally when we’re ready and not a moment before.

Making sense of what happened is important, but it’s often not sufficient on its own. Certain experiences transcend lang...
19/06/2025

Making sense of what happened is important, but it’s often not sufficient on its own.

Certain experiences transcend language and cannot be fully comprehended through words alone.

It is important to work towards creating a sense of safety within the body and to give ourselves permission to connect with the feelings we hold.

This is how we can create the space needed for deeper shifts to happen, opening the way for change that thinking alone cannot reach.

Sometimes when we go to therapy, we might feel self-conscious or anxious about how we come across to our therapist. Even...
16/06/2025

Sometimes when we go to therapy, we might feel self-conscious or anxious about how we come across to our therapist.

Even when they tell us it’s a judgment-free space, it’s normal to still feel afraid of being judged. Feeling safe is an experience not a thought.

If we do notice or feel like they are judging us, it’s definitely worth having a conversation about it. If we don’t feel heard, we always have the choice to leave.

But most of the time, the fear of judgment comes from how vulnerable it feels to truly be ourselves. Feeling safe enough to open up takes time and a trusting relationship that develops slowly.

Sometimes, we might worry about what the therapist thinks of us, like if we laugh at something serious, lose our train of thought, or cry a lot during the session.

Your therapist holds space for all of this. They meet you exactly where you are, with empathy, and invite you to be curious about your experience, including the fear of judgment itself, at a pace that respects where you’re at.

Some thoughts feel too embarrassing to say out loud, but they’re more common than you might think. They show up unexpect...
13/06/2025

Some thoughts feel too embarrassing to say out loud, but they’re more common than you might think.

They show up unexpectedly, stick around longer than they should, and turn even simple moments, like ordering coffee or making a call into stressful challenges that feel overwhelming.

These are the internal arguments no one else sees. We often joke about these moments to make them feel lighter, but for many people, this is a deeply distressing and exhausting experience.

If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Let’s talk about it more.

Like any therapeutic process, Dance Movement Psychotherapy can bring its own challenges. Working with the moving body ha...
09/06/2025

Like any therapeutic process, Dance Movement Psychotherapy can bring its own challenges.

Working with the moving body has the potential to stir up a range of emotional, physical, and psychological experiences, some of which may feel intense and unfamiliar.

But this does not mean something is wrong. In fact, it’s a natural part of the process. The body holds memories, emotions, and patterns, and when we begin to move with awareness, these layers can surface.

What matters most is that this journey takes place in a safe and supportive environment, held by a qualified and well-trained Dance Movement Psychotherapist.

Their role is to guide the process with care and attunement, ensuring that whatever comes up is met with empathy and containment.

It is not about avoiding discomfort, but about creating a space where you feel safe enough to face it, explore it, and be witnessed in it without pressure, and always at your own pace.

✨ Confessions of an ADULT drama queen ✨The hardest part?Feeling the feeling.
07/06/2025

✨ Confessions of an ADULT drama queen ✨

The hardest part?
Feeling the feeling.

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