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How to handle an insult
Determine the person's motive.
Question the other person's reasoning for the remark. Was the comment even intended to be an insult or was it a tongue-in-cheek statement meant to be taken lightly? The context can often help you determine whether an insulting statement is mean-spirited or simply blunt.
Figuring out motive will help guide your response. If you are hanging out with friends or family, consider how you all usually communicate.