Double Standards

Do we hold others at a higher standard than we hold ourselves? A double standard is defined as: any code or set of principles containing different provisions for one group of people than for another.  I realize that there will always be double standards in life, but one that I have a hard time comprehending is females playfully calling each other bitches.  On any level, unless you are referring to a female dog, the term is degrading.  In my opinion, it closely ranks with using the word nigga as a term of endearment.  From my previous post, I am sure you have determined my stance on that topic. When I posed the question of why do females call each other bitch to a female friend of mine that does it, her reply was, "because that's my girl and we cool like that." What exactly is cool like that?  I asked my friend if we were cool and she said yes. So, I followed that with can I call you bitch since we are cool.  I was answered with an astounding NO!  I asked her to explain the difference and her reply was, it just is.  The double standard.  I can't understand why you will use a term with those you call your friend and think nothing of it, but when a male or someone outside your circle uses the same term in reference to you, you're ready to fight.  If you are outraged when one group does something, you should be outraged by all. How can you expect others to respect you, if you disrespect yourself?  Women should speak things into existence that uplift each other instead of bringing each other down.  Above all, you should conduct yourself as a Lady at all times.