I've heard that living with fear and resentment are both very unhealthy forms of stress. I suffer from both. I hope you have advice that can lift some of that stress.
My problem is unusual. I'm tired of having the boring name "Rob" and I've long dreamed of legally changing my name to Rasputin. I'd have done it already if I had an inch of support from the wife who says she'll never accept me as a Rasputin.
The wife has even gone as far as to threaten me with a beating if I change my name. (She is bigger than me so I take the threat seriously). I find myself deeply resenting her lack of support. Add in the fear of a beating and I'm a wreck. What should I do?
Do you think she would ever accept me as Rasputin?
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http://www.askdog.com/2007/06/18/do-you-think-she-would-ever-accept-me-as-rasputin/
