I don't think you should give him a reason to come over to help around other than when it involves your D. I'm pretty confident it does the opposite of what you are hoping for. Ask yourself this, do you have any expectations?
See, he doesn't like your independence. He likes you to depend on him.
I believe his anger is a good sign. It means he isn't getting his way, so of course he is gonna lash out at you. I guarantee your independence is a short at his ego.
Me:45 ExW:48 M:04/97 3 Bombs & 2 ReCons 1st BD 11/10 D Finalized 4/20 D-16 S-14 Going in one more round when you don't think you can. That's what makes all the difference in life.~Rocky Balboa