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Master Your Marriage

Sharla and Robert Snow

The average couple waits 6 years to get help in their marriage. That"s 6 years of pain, hurt, frustration and lost opportunity. This podcast is designed to help you NOT become a part of that statistic. Hosted by Dr. Robert and Sharla Snow — themselves married for 31 years — The Master Your Marriage show is here with straight-talking guidance on how to fill your marriage with fun, friendship and love, without it ever feeling like "hard work." No matter how long you"ve been struggling with your

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26:51

Communication Part 5: Mastering Our Stories

Master Your Marriage ·

2025/09/25

Companion Guide Alert!Enhance your listening experience with our brand-new Assumptions That Destroy Communication Workbook, designed to accompany this episode! This guide will help you transform your communication skills. Grab it now for just $4 at: https://stan.store/masteryourmarriage/p/assumptions-that-destroy-communication-workbookEpisode Overview In this episode of Master Your Marriage, we explore the profound impact that the stories we tell ourselves have on our emotions and reactions within

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27:00

Communication Part 4: Begin with the Mirror

Master Your Marriage ·

2025/09/18

Companion Guide Alert!Enhance your listening experience with our brand-new Assumptions That Destroy Communication Workbook, designed to accompany this episode! This guide will help you transform your communication skills. Grab it now for just $4 at: https://stan.store/masteryourmarriage/p/assumptions-that-destroy-communication-workbookEpisode Overview In this episode of Master Your Marriage, we explore the nuances of healthy communication within relationships. The importance of self-awareness and

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33:46

Communication Part 3: The Assumptions That Destroy...

Master Your Marriage ·

2025/09/08

Companion Guide Alert!Enhance your listening experience with our brand-new Assumptions That Destroy Communication Workbook, designed to accompany this episode! This guide will help you transform your communication skills. Grab it now for just $4 at: https://stan.store/masteryourmarriage/p/assumptions-that-destroy-communication-workbookEpisode Overview In this episode, Part 3 of our communication series, Robert and Sharla dive into the hidden power of judgments in our everyday language and how they

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30:17

Communication Part 2: Three Goals for Better...

Master Your Marriage ·

2025/08/28

In this episode, we continue our series on communication by exploring the importance of expressing needs without judgment, criticism, or blame. We discuss how to foster genuine connection and understanding in relationships, and share actionable tools to improve communication with your partner.Key Takeaways:Avoid language that triggers resistance, such as judgment, criticism, or blame. Present requests as honored requests rather than demands. Understand the impact of punishment or retaliation on

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36:46

What Happens When You Don’t Speak Up in a Relationship

Master Your Marriage ·

2025/08/14

Connect with Us:Email: masteryourmarriage@gmail.com – Reach out for coaching, share wins, or pitch episode ideas.Instagram: @masteryourmarriage – Daily tips, behind-the-scenes reels, and a healthy dose of Snow-family humor.Reviews Matter! If this episode sparked an aha moment, drop a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and send it to a friend who could use a vision upgrade.

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40:25

Part 3: How to Unite as Parents and a Couple to...

Master Your Marriage ·

2025/08/09

In this episode, we delve into the challenges of parenting and its impact on relationships. We explore insights from Dr. John Gottman and discuss how major life transitions, like becoming parents, can reshape core values and priorities. Discover practical steps to align your values, resolve conflicts, and deepen your relationship.Key Topics:The impact of parenting on relationship satisfaction: Understanding and aligning core values. Practical exercises for couples to navigate parenting challenges,

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52:49

Breaking Generational Patterns in Relationships, with...

Master Your Marriage ·

2025/07/31

In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of generational patterns and how they affect relationships. Our guest, Leanna Hunt, a somatic therapist and certified performance coach, shares insights on nervous system regulation and generational trauma healing. We explore how trauma can be passed down through generations and discuss practical steps couples can take to break these cycles.Key Topics:Introduction to generational patterns and their impact on relationships. The science behind trauma

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44:42

How to Fix Parenting Mismatches to Save Your Marriage...

Master Your Marriage ·

2025/07/17

In this episode, we discuss the impact of parenting differences on marriages and introduce two conflict blueprints for couples. The importance of gentle communication, understanding core values, and the need for compromise in resolving disagreements. The conversation includes practical examples and research-backed strategies to enhance communication and foster stronger, more meaningful relationships.TakeawaysDifferences in parenting can cause stress in marriages.Getting on the same page as parents

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23:31

Is a Mismatch in Parenting Killing Your Marriage (And...

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2025/07/10

In this episode, we delve into the universal challenges of parenting conflicts, exploring how core values and meta-emotion mismatches can escalate disagreements. We discuss research findings from Dr. John Gottman and Dr. Nancy Eisenberg, offering insights into managing these conflicts and aligning parenting styles for the well-being of children.Key Points:Top three conflicts among couples with young children: chores, money, and parenting. The Impact of Divorce on Parenting Disagreements and Ongoing

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33:24

Fighting Well in Marriage: A Litmus Test for...

Master Your Marriage ·

2025/07/03

In this episode, we explore the concept of emotional maturity and its critical role in maintaining healthy relationships. We discuss how maturity isn't tied to age but is reflected in behavior, especially during disagreements. We share the importance of handling conflicts with empathy and understanding, drawing insights from Dr. John Gottman's research on relationship predictability.Key Points:Emotional maturity is about recognizing and managing emotions productively. Dr. John Gottman's research

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34:51

Triangulation: A Toxic Relationship and Family Pattern

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2025/06/26

This episode delves into the toxic pattern of triangulation in relationships, particularly within family dynamics. The hosts discuss how triangulation manifests, its impact on emotional health, and the importance of direct communication. They provide strategies for recognizing and breaking free from this pattern, emphasizing the need for awareness, setting boundaries, and doing personal work to foster healthier relationships.TakeawaysTriangulation involves pulling a third person into a conflict

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53:41

Coping with Loss Together: Strategies for Grieving as...

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2025/06/18

Ever notice how loss can drop a marriage into two wildly different time-zones? One spouse wants to talk it out while the other goes radio-silent. In this week’s episode of Master Your Marriage, we sit down with grief coach and children’s-book author Jennifer Morris to unpack how couples can stay yoked when death, empty nests, or any major life change rattles the compass. From Sharla’s raw reflections on losing her dad last weekend to Jennifer's story of losing her mother to suicide, we explore the

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26:58

Why Fear Burns You Out and Sabotages Your Marriage

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2025/06/05

Do you ever notice how some couples only sprint toward “saving the marriage” when the divorce papers are already drafted—while others seem to glide forward, energized by a shared dream? In this week’s episode of Master Your Marriage, we tackle the sneaky trap of away-from motivation (fixing things only when the fire alarm blares) versus the power of a toward vision that pulls you closer every day. From the cautionary tale of “Mark and Lisa” to a five-minute future-pacing meditation you can try

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29:20

How to Cherish Your Spouse: The Key to a Joyful Marriage

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2025/05/30

Do you ever slip into “I deserve better” mode and forget just how lucky you are to wake up next to your favorite human? In this episode of Master Your Marriage, we unpack the power of cherishing—the next-level upgrade from mere “appreciation.” Through real-life stories (yes, including the magic fridge on their camping trip) and the Gottmans’ 20-question fondness quiz, we reveal how entitlement quietly drains joy while gratitude super-charges connection. You’ll learn why naming seven things you adore

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29:34

Feeling Alone in Your Marriage? The Cry for Connection

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2025/05/22

Do you ever feel alone, even in your marriage? In this powerful episode of Master Your Marriage, we explore why loneliness hits so hard and how your brain is wired for connection. Sharla and Robert dive into the science of the relational brain, challenging the “go it alone” mindset of individualism. From Ed Tronick’s “still face” experiment to James Coan’s Social Baseline Theory, we uncover how co-regulation—syncing with your partner’s nervous system—can transform your relationship. Through

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25:23

How Trauma Hijacks Your Marriage (And How to Take It...

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2025/05/15

In this powerful follow-up to our discussion on big “T” trauma, we dive deeper into how all trauma—big and small—shapes the automatic behaviors that can strain your marriage. From lying to stonewalling, these “stances” stem from your adaptive child, a part of you formed in childhood. Through heartfelt stories and practical steps, we explore how to identify these patterns, heal your inner child, and choose wiser responses to reclaim your relationship. Join Robert and Sharla for an honest, hope-filled

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34:03

How Trauma Hijacks Your Marriage (And How to Take It...

Master Your Marriage ·

2025/05/08

Ever wonder why you snap or shut down with the person you love most? In this powerful episode, hosts Robert and Sharla Snow kick off a multi-part series exploring how trauma—big or small—shapes our closest relationships. Through the lens of brain science and a moving client story, they unpack how unhealed wounds from the past can “hijack” your marriage, driving conflict or disconnection. Using Dr. Dan Siegel’s hand model of the brain, Terry Real’s wise adult vs. triggered self framework, and Pia

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31:41

Rewiring Your Brain for a Better Marriage: The Power...

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2025/04/30

Sharla’s back after a month-long break, sharing a deeply personal story of recovering from decompression sickness caused by a scuba diving trip in the British Virgin Islands. Her rapid brain recovery, thanks to hyperbaric oxygen therapy, inspired this episode on neuroplasticity—the brain’s incredible ability to rewire itself. Joined by Robert, Sharla explores how the brain’s adaptability can transform your marriage, drawing on therapist Terry Real’s framework from his book Us. Learn how to make

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29:06

Overcoming Power Struggles: The Art of Accepting...

Master Your Marriage ·

2025/04/22

In this episode of Master Your Marriage, hosts Sharla and Robert dive into the dynamics of power struggles in relationships and explore how accepting your partner's influence can transform your connection from "I" to "We." Discover why this skill is crucial for a happy, lasting relationship and learn practical steps to navigate disagreements with emotional intelligence.Episode HighlightsThe Importance of Accepting Influence: Learn why accepting your partner’s influence is a cornerstone of a secure

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33:04

Why Empathy Disappears in Marriage—And How to Get It...

Master Your Marriage ·

2025/04/09

Struggling with overwhelm, shutdown, or emotional reactivity in your relationship? Our new Window of Tolerance Worksheet helps you identify your triggers, recognize dysregulation, and develop strategies to regain balance so you can show up as your best self in your marriage.Limited-Time Offer: Get it now for only $5 (regularly $19)!📥 Instant Download HERE: https://stan.store/masteryourmarriage/p/window-of-tolerance-emotional-regulation-worksheet"Why do we struggle to feel empathy?"In this

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