I don't don't think that people who are mean are that way just out of ignorance. I think it stems more from there personality, and therefor has no reflection on you. Of course, that doesn't mean it doesn't hurt. I think there are a lot of people out there that are hurting and take it out on other people, just like bullies. I'm glad you try to understand the other person's motives rather than take it personally. Those of us dealing with mental health have to tolerate the ignorant and the insensitive, unfortunately.