Spanish Learners: How Challenging Do You Find Different Accents?

Native Spanish speaker here. I've been lurking in this sub for a while, and I've come across some really interesting questions that have made me reflect on my own language. It’s fascinating to see learners bring up challenges I’ve never even considered—especially when it comes to learning Spanish from a specific country.

As a Spanish learner, how challenging do you find different accents? Was it just a temporary hurdle, or does it still remain difficult even after reaching proficiency?

I’d love to hear about your experience!