You shouldn't let it get to you, my friend. People will say stupid things at times, and these words have no hold over you beyond the power you give them. Don't let anyone make you feel that way. You have every right to feel offended, but you don't need to carry on as if there was a problem. As long as you don't lose your cool in front of her and tell her that she offended you, then you can do no more. Most people are reasonable so long as you give them a chance. I'm glad to hear that everything is shaping out fine with your apartment, mate.

Words only have power if one gives them power. It's how you say them that is the power they reflect. In her case, she said it in a very insulting way, and I did tell her it offended me and walked out of the cafe then pissed. Most of my other friends understand with me (The ones who were there) that it was very rude, since many of them were for some reason included under that blanket. This girl has a habit of not thinking because she is clinically bipolar, but it doesn't mean anything if one doesn't try to work past their handicap.

I would almost not take it personally. She has her own issues to deal with, and her disorder hinders many cognitive faculties. I know, that is easier said than done. I don't blame you for feeling insulted. I'm sure most people here wouldn't want that to be said about themselves. She sounds careless to me, and people who are that careless with their words aren't really worth the anger. I know, I have felt anger over people who have said horrible things about me. I'm only human. We're all fallible. I've felt that way many times over. I just wouldn't let anyone of that sort hurt you like that. You don't deserve to treated like that, but nobody on this Earth does, as well. I doubt her opinion carries much weight around your circle of friends. You shouldn't have to care about what she thinks. I know that it is hurtful, and it is hard to let go of such language. However, you can't burden yourself with such people. You have to be the one with the power in the first place. The person with the most strength is the first one to let go.