Dr. Chanie Messinger

Dr. Chanie Messinger Occupational therapist, educator, and motivational speaker.

01/29/2026

💡 I help you unlock your full potential—mind, body, and spirit—so you can live with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Are you ready to level up? ✨

Feeling the fear and doing it anyway 💫🧗‍♀️Rock climbing took me straight to the edge of my comfort zone. As I climbed, m...
01/13/2026

Feeling the fear and doing it anyway 💫🧗‍♀️

Rock climbing took me straight to the edge of my comfort zone. As I climbed, my body engaged 💪. My breath deepened 🌬️. My attention landed fully in the present moment 🧠✨

The height stirred fear, especially the moment of coming down. Old sensations showed up in my chest, belly, and GI tract 🤍. Not danger. Memory. Even after healing, the nervous system remembers.

Instead of avoiding it, I met the sensation with awareness 🌱. I slowed down 🐢. I listened 👂. I chose intention over fear.

The next day, my core was sore 🔥. Honest feedback. Proof that my body stretched beyond familiar edges.

This weekend was a lesson in embodied courage 🦋. Feeling fear without being ruled by it. Trusting the process. Choosing presence 🙏

Have a beautiful week ahead ✨💛

I spoke to a group of about 60 people and really felt myself standing in my power — and at the same time, feeling humble...
01/02/2026

I spoke to a group of about 60 people and really felt myself standing in my power — and at the same time, feeling humbled and graced by the experience. A few people asked me afterward if I had ever taken public speaking classes because the speaking felt so natural. Some even said it reminded them of a female Tony Robbins, which honestly surprised me and meant a lot.

The room wasn’t perfect. There was talking, laughing, and side noise — real life happening in real time. Instead of fighting it, I named it gently, allowed space for people to be human, and still held the room. A lot of people shared that I handled the noise with kindness and confidence, that I took charge without being harsh, and that the space actually felt more grounded because of it.

What really stood out to me was realizing how much of this comes from years of inner and physical practice. Yoga, meditation, and weight training have taught me how to stay steady under pressure, how to breathe when things feel intense, and how to hold strength without force. That “inside-out” strength showed up in the room in a way I didn’t even have to think about.

People told me they were able to go as deep as they were ready to go. Some shared that old emotions and even past trauma came up for them — and that they felt safe enough to stay with it instead of shutting down. Hearing that was powerful. It reminded me that when the space feels contained and regulated, healing can happen naturally, without pushing.

Several people said I didn’t just talk about mindfulness — I lived it in the room. Even with distractions and depth happening at the same time, I stayed present, steady, and grounded, and that helped the whole space settle.

I left feeling empowered by my voice, deeply humbled by the trust people placed in me, and honestly so graced to be able to serve in this way. A few people said words I’m still holding close: “You’re a gift. Keep doing what you’re doing. You’re healing and helping others.”

Humbled and so grateful 🙏

01/01/2026

We expect children to sit still far longer than their brains are wired to handle.
Their attention span is developing. Their nervous system is learning.
Movement isn’t misbehavior. It’s communication.

When we align expectations with brain development, everything shifts.
Focus improves. Regulation improves. Learning improves.
This is how we support children, not suppress them.

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🎉✨ Happy New Year! ✨🎉Here’s to new beginnings, fresh opportunities, and endless possibilities. May 2026 bring you growth...
12/31/2025

🎉✨ Happy New Year! ✨🎉

Here’s to new beginnings, fresh opportunities, and endless possibilities. May 2026 bring you growth, joy, and moments that make your heart shine! 💛

12/30/2025

A monkey tried to save a fish… and nearly harmed it.
Why? Because care without understanding can miss the mark.

This simple story reminds us that resilience isn’t built by forcing our version of “help.”
It’s built by understanding needs, environment, and perspective.

Whether you’re a parent, educator, leader, or therapist.
Real support starts with awareness.

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12/19/2025

The words we use every day quietly program how we feel.
Stress. Failure. Struggle. Even success.

But words don’t have to carry the same emotional weight forever.
We can choose new meaning.
We can loosen old associations.
We can create safety, not tension, in our nervous system.

Language isn’t just communication.
It’s regulation.

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🧠 Behavior is CommunicationThe nervous system always tells the truth. Children’s behaviors aren’t just actions—they’re m...
12/11/2025

🧠 Behavior is Communication
The nervous system always tells the truth. Children’s behaviors aren’t just actions—they’re messages. When we pause, observe, and respond with empathy, we uncover what they truly need. 💛

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Whether you’re a parent, educator, or caregiver, let’s chat about how holistic occupational therapy, mindful strategies, and The Dr. Chanie Method can support your child’s growth and family connection ❤️.

🧘‍♂️ Mindfulness for ChildrenMindful movement and breathwork teach children how to calm their nervous system. These tool...
12/10/2025

🧘‍♂️ Mindfulness for Children
Mindful movement and breathwork teach children how to calm their nervous system. These tools support attention, emotional awareness, and daily regulation. I use them with almost every child I work with — helping them feel grounded, focused, and empowered. 🌟

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Whether you’re a parent, educator, or caregiver, let’s chat about how holistic occupational therapy, mindful strategies, and The Dr. Chanie Method can support your child’s growth and family connection ❤️.

🌟 My mission is simple: Serve. Inspire. Empower.Boldness, bravery, and powerfulness in action.For parents, for children,...
12/09/2025

🌟 My mission is simple: Serve. Inspire. Empower.
Boldness, bravery, and powerfulness in action.
For parents, for children, for every human who needs guidance, strength, and hope. 💛

Let’s embrace growth together. ✨

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Whether you’re a parent, educator, or caregiver, let’s chat about how holistic occupational therapy, mindful strategies, and The Dr. Chanie Method can support your child’s growth and family connection ❤️.

✨ Parents do not need perfection.They need 🛠️ toolsThey need 💛 compassionThey need 🤝 supportWhen parents feel equipped, ...
12/04/2025

✨ Parents do not need perfection.
They need 🛠️ tools
They need 💛 compassion
They need 🤝 support

When parents feel equipped, everything shifts:
🌟 Confidence grows
🌱 Connection deepens
🌈 Children thrive

This is why I do the work I do—to guide, teach, and walk with you through every stage of the journey 💫

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Whether you’re a parent, educator, or caregiver, let’s chat about how holistic occupational therapy, mindful strategies, and The Dr. Chanie Method can support your child’s growth and family connection ❤️.

💛 Connection comes first.Children thrive when they feel safe 🌱That is why I always focus on connection before correction...
12/03/2025

💛 Connection comes first.
Children thrive when they feel safe 🌱
That is why I always focus on connection before correction 🧩

Emotional safety creates space for:
✨ Learning
✨ Curiosity
✨ Real growth

When a child feels seen and understood 👀, everything else becomes easier.
This is the foundation of my work with every family I support 💪

💬 DM me for more info!
Whether you’re a parent, educator, or caregiver, let’s chat about how holistic occupational therapy, mindful strategies, and The Dr. Chanie Method can support your child’s growth and family connection ❤️.

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