There are these white and red battens in the context of construction sites. They demarcate an area or an area that is only accessible to authorised persons, even though one could very easily remove or climb over such a lath. But if you do so, you do so firstly at your own risk and secondly you may even be liable to prosecution. So this coloured wood has an authority that is set by society or the general public. We also have certain rules in our dealings with each other that have to be taken into account. How we treat each other or what respect we have for each other. This is a duty and a right for all of us. If this is or will be violated in your case, then be strengthened in the fact that you have a right to it and do not have to put up with everything. You may also simply reject insults without internalising them or believing them. You determine the sphere of influence of the outside world on you.
I wish you an extraordinary day!