We all have opinions and wants and needs and desires. And the beautiful thing about our opinions, wants, and desires is that they are unique and individually cared for and crafted.
But at the end of the day, these opinions/wants/desires are different and may not be compatible with others opinions/wants/desires. And we'll say things that offend another's opinions/wants/desires.
You get the point.
I don't think many people blatantly intend to hurt one another. Yet their opinions are so passionate and intense that when they share them, they step on our toes. And that passion leads to offense and so on.
So, what do we do when nice people say mean things? Do we respond in a way that makes sure they know to never cross us with their opinions again? Do we become passive aggressive? Do we cry or yell? Or do we respond in love?
It's hard to respond with love. But it's the right thing to do. "Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things." (1 Corinthians 13:7). Responding in love and with understanding for their side makes life a hell of a lot easier. It shows compassion and empathy and a lot of other good things on your part. Above all else, I think it gives the other person faith in who you are. Not in only what you say but what you do. It shows them that you can respond gracefully among adversity...and that others opinions/wants/desires do not make you crouch in fear but rather give you insight to the world around you and all that is has to offer.