Reba McEntire has done a lot of living — and just as much learning.

Despite countless awards and life-changing milestones, turning 70 gave the country legend a new kind of clarity.

McEntire recently opened up about the hardest lesson she’s ever had to learn — and it wasn’t about music, money, or fame. It was about being present .

‘Quit Living for Tomorrow and Yesterday’

“The hardest lesson was to quit living for tomorrow and for yesterday,” The Voice coach told People . “That’s really hard to do, but it’s so rewarding when it clicks.”

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She noted that she’s still working on it — but the shift has changed her perspective.

“I used to think being content was a no-no, because if you’re content, you’re not going to str

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