{"id":199,"date":"2025-09-26T11:19:54","date_gmt":"2025-09-26T11:19:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/positivevibesmatch.com\/blogs\/?p=199"},"modified":"2025-12-15T15:41:44","modified_gmt":"2025-12-15T15:41:44","slug":"living-with-someone-with-depression","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/positivevibesmatch.com\/blogs\/living-with-someone-with-depression\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Live with Someone with Depression: Practical Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"199\" class=\"elementor elementor-199\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-84c88a2 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"84c88a2\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-91b271b elementor-icon-list--layout-inline elementor-align-center elementor-list-item-link-full_width elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-list\" data-id=\"91b271b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-list.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"elementor-icon-list-items elementor-inline-items\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item elementor-inline-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/positivevibesmatch.com\/\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Home<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6dd6e2b e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"6dd6e2b\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2d38430 elementor-widget elementor-widget-theme-post-featured-image elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"2d38430\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"theme-post-featured-image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/positivevibesmatch.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-09-26-at-3.27.13-PM.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-202\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/positivevibesmatch.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-09-26-at-3.27.13-PM.jpeg 935w, https:\/\/positivevibesmatch.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-09-26-at-3.27.13-PM-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/positivevibesmatch.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-09-26-at-3.27.13-PM-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fce5257 text elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fce5257\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Living with someone who has depression can feel like stepping into a storm you didn\u2019t see coming. One day everything seems fine, and the next you\u2019re faced with silence, distance, or tears you don\u2019t know how to stop. You want to help, but no one ever gave you a manual on how to live with someone with depression.<\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maybe you\u2019ve tried cheering them up with jokes or reminding them of all the good things in life. However, instead of helping, it sometimes causes them to shut down even more. You might find yourself thinking, What am I doing wrong? Why can\u2019t I reach them? If you\u2019ve ever felt this way, you\u2019re not alone. Many people who are living with a depressed person share these same feelings of confusion, guilt, and helplessness.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depression doesn\u2019t just affect the person going through it ripples through the entire household. You might notice the energy in the room feels heavier. Plans get cancelled. Conversations become shorter. The person you love most may feel far away, even when they\u2019re sitting right next to you. And while you\u2019re focused on how to support a depressed partner, you may also start feeling lost in life yourself.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We will help you learn what depression really looks like, how to comfort someone when words fail, and how to protect your own wellbeing while still offering care. Most importantly, you\u2019ll see that you don\u2019t have to choose between loving them and looking after yourself. You can do both.<\/span><\/p><h2><b>Understanding Depression at Home<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you\u2019re living with someone with depression, it\u2019s important to know what depression actually looks like. Depression is more than sadness. It can cause:<\/span><\/p><ul><li>Low energy and constant tiredness<\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loss of interest in hobbies and relationships<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trouble concentrating and remembering things<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sleeping too much or too little<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anger, irritation, or withdrawal from others<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are also signs of functional depression. People may appear okay on the outside; they go to work, meet friends, smile in public, but inside, they feel empty and hopeless. Recognizing these hidden signs helps you avoid assuming they\u2019re fine just because they look normal.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><b>Learn More: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/positivevibesmatch.com\/blogs\/journey-isnt-over-start-day-hope-purpose\/\"><b>Your Journey Isn\u2019t Over<\/b><\/a><\/p><h2><b>How to Support a Depressed Partner<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re in a romantic relationship, you might ask yourself: how do I support my depressed partner? The answer is simple but not easy.<\/span><\/p><ol><li><b>Be a safe listener.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Let them speak without judgment. Sometimes silence and presence mean more than advice.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Offer help in daily life.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Depression can make cooking, cleaning, or even getting out of bed overwhelming. Help them with chores or meals without making them feel guilty.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Encourage treatment.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Therapy, medication, or support groups can help. Gently suggest it, and offer to go with them if they\u2019re nervous.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Be patient.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Recovery is slow. Don\u2019t expect quick changes. Celebrate small progress, like them joining you for a walk or eating a meal.<\/span><\/li><\/ol><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is what supporting a partner with depression truly looks like: consistent care, not dramatic fixes.<\/span><\/p><h2><b>How to Help a Partner with Depression Without Losing Yourself<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many people say, \u201cI want to know how to help my partner with depression, but I feel drained.\u201d That\u2019s a normal feeling. Here\u2019s how to balance it:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Set boundaries.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Supporting does not mean sacrificing all your needs. Decide what you can handle.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Stay connected to your life.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Don\u2019t give up your hobbies or social circle. You need your own joy.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Seek your own support.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Talking to a friend, mentor, or counselor can help you handle the pressure.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember, knowing how to deal with a partner with depression also means taking care of your own mental health.<\/span><\/p><h2><b>Comforting Someone Who Is Sad or Depressed<\/b><\/h2><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comfort varies for everyone. To learn how to comfort someone who is sad, keep it simple.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Offer a hug or quiet presence.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Say things like, \u201cI\u2019m here,\u201d or \u201cIt\u2019s okay to feel this way.\u201d<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ask, \u201cWould you like to talk or just sit together?\u201d<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re wondering how to comfort a depressed person over text, try:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cI don\u2019t expect a reply, but I want you to know I\u2019m thinking of you.\u201d<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cI\u2019m here whenever you want to talk.\u201d<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cI love you, and you matter to me.\u201d<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These short, supportive words tell them they are not alone.<\/span><\/p><p><b>Learn More: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/positivevibesmatch.com\/blogs\/using-dating-apps-while-depressed\/\"><b>Is Using Dating Apps for the Depressed a Good Idea?<\/b><\/a><\/p><p><b>Helping a Friend with Depression<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not everyone is helping a partner. Sometimes it\u2019s a sibling, parent, or close friend. If you ask, how do I help a friend with depression? Here\u2019s what you can do:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check in regularly, even with short texts.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Offer to spend time together, without pressure.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Encourage them to seek professional help when they\u2019re ready.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid judgmental phrases or telling them to \u201cget over it.\u201d<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being there consistently is often more valuable than finding the perfect words.<\/span><\/p><h2><b>Loving Someone with Depression<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you\u2019re loving someone with depression, the relationship may not look like a typical romance. There will be challenges:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They may not have the energy for dates or outings.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They may pull away when they feel low.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They may not express affection the way you expect.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The key is to understand that their depression is not a reflection of their love for you. Staying compassionate while respecting your own needs makes the relationship stronger.<\/span><\/p><h2><b>Feeling Lost in Life While Supporting<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s common to feel drained and confused when living with a depressed person. You might even start feeling lost in life yourself.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is why your self-care is crucial. If you neglect your own needs, you may develop resentment or emotional burnout. Remind yourself:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You cannot cure their depression.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your love is important, but it\u2019s not the only solution.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Professional support is necessary for long-term healing.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking care of yourself ensures that you can continue being supportive without burning out.<\/span><\/p><p><b>In a Nutshell<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knowing how to live with someone with depression is about balance. You can\u2019t fix everything, but you can make life a little lighter for them. Support with love, patience, and small daily actions. Avoid harmful words and instead, focus on presence and care.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-deed3b1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"deed3b1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">FAQs<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d6c6632 elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"d6c6632\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;expanded&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2250\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" open>\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2250\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> How do you handle a depressed partner? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2250\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-95f56d7 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"95f56d7\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9c32729 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9c32729\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be patient, listen, and support daily routines. Encourage professional help without forcing it.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2251\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"2\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2251\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> How do I check in on someone who is depressed? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2251\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-61425c9 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"61425c9\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-32b3498 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"32b3498\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Send simple messages like \u201cthinking of you\u201d or \u201chere for you.\u201d Keep it light, not demanding.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2252\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"3\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2252\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What not to say to someone who is depressed? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2252\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-be1f7ba e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"be1f7ba\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1ed3bef elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1ed3bef\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid phrases like \u201csnap out of it,\u201d \u201cothers have it worse,\u201d or \u201cjust be positive.\u201d They feel dismissive.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2253\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"4\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2253\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Is it hard to live with someone with depression? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2253\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5f9875f e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"5f9875f\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4d284e6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4d284e6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, it can be challenging. 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