[Kate*]

Hey there and welcome

I think everybody gets attacked on the internet because it's the internet and the whole anonymity thing means that people say stuff they'd never get away with in the real world. I wouldn't worry about that so much, just try to ignore it.

There is absolutely nothing wrong with being proud of who you are, no matter what that means. Some people who identify with a marginalized group (LGBT, racial/ethnic minority, disability etc.) can be sensitive to certain statements because they face so much discrimination and judgement.

I think there's a difference between saying that you're proud of who you are, and saying that you're against someone who is different from you. It's like saying "I'm not gay" vs. "I think it's wrong to be gay." Maybe try rephrasing the way you say it and see if that helps. Or stay away from the issue all together if it's something you don't want to get into with someone.