Listen to the episode Season 4 | Ep 75
On this episode of the Coaching Studio
Mastering the Moment: Emotional Intelligence Tools for Turbulent Times with Dr. Relly Nadler
In this compelling episode of The Coaching Studio, host Lyssa deHart sits down with Dr. Relly Nadler, Psy.D., MCC, to explore the art and science of moment mastery—how leaders and coaches can harness emotional intelligence (EI) to make smarter decisions, build trust, and stay present in today’s turbulent world.
Dr. Nadler shares powerful insights from his decades-long journey, including defining moments from his early career in behavioral youth programs and lessons drawn from the football field. His reflections reveal how every interaction has the potential to elevate or deflate, and why managing emotions in those critical seconds can change everything.
Listeners will discover practical tools like the Leadership Two-Step, the Emotional Audit, and the newly coined Empathy Audit, designed to be used in under 15 seconds to bring awareness, emotional clarity, and intention into real-time conversations. From meditation practices to laughter yoga and polyvagal techniques, this episode explores how to regulate ourselves so we can show up at our best—especially when the stakes are high.
Dr. Nadler also shares a vivid acronym (V.I.V.I.D.) for understanding what people actually want from us in the moment—validation vs. direction—and how that distinction can transform relationships at work and at home.
“If you stay on autopilot, you stay average. Mastering the moment is what makes leaders extraordinary.” — Dr. Relly Nadler
Whether you’re a coach, a leader, or simply someone who wants to respond rather than react, this episode is filled with actionable insights that will help you lead and live with greater awareness, balance, and brilliance.
Relly’s Books and Recommendations – Go check them out!
Dr. Relly Nadler is a pioneering psychologist and Master Certified Coach (MCC) specializing in emotional intelligence (EI) and leadership development. With over 30 years of experience, he has coached leaders in more than 225 organizations, delivered 27,000+ coaching sessions, and trained 2,000+ graduate-level coaches as faculty at the College of Executive Coaching.
Relly is the author of 8 leadership books, including the best-selling Leading with Emotional Intelligence, and co-host of the Leadership Development News podcast with over 5 million downloads. He’s the creator of powerful tools such as the Emotional Audit™, VIVID™, Leadership Two-Step™, and Turbulence Tools to Master the Moment™—designed to help leaders navigate high-stakes moments with presence, clarity, and confidence.
Known for his evidence-based, neuroscience-informed approach, Dr. Nadler integrates mindfulness, positive psychology, and peak performance practices to help individuals and teams lead with intention and impact. As he says, “If you stay on autopilot, you stay average™.”
About the Host
Lyssa deHart ditched her therapy practice to become a Leadership Confidence Coach. Along the way she discovered a passion for professional coaching and wanted to find ways to share that passion with the world. Come join her in discovering and meeting some of the most amazing professional coaches on the planet. Her goal is to inspire coaches. Lyssa is the author of Sticky Outcomes: at the Intersection of Coaching, Neuroscience, and Lasting Change, StoryJacking: Change Your Dialogue, Transform Your Life, The Reflective Coach - a 12 Month Journal, and Light Up: the Science of Coaching with Metaphors. Lyssa is an ICF MCC Coach, PCC Assessor, Certified Mentor Coach, and Coach SuperVisor. Lyssa uses her understanding of the ICF Core Competencies, combined with her knowledge of Neuroscience, to work with people to become extraordinary professional coaches. Let's Go!
