Why Doing Something Is Always Better Than Nothing

Most people believe that to see results, they need to commit big chunks of time, energy, or money. But the truth is, the biggest benefits often come from simply moving from nothing to something.

Take exercise as an example. Many assume they need 30 minutes or an hour to make it worthwhile. That thought alone can be overwhelming—so they skip it entirely. But the real breakthrough happens when you just get started. A 10-minute walk is infinitely better than staying on the couch all day.

This principle applies beyond exercise.

The shift doesn’t come only from the action itself but from building the habit.

Once you’re in the habit of doing something small, it naturally becomes easier to build on it. Saving $5 turns into saving $10. Walking 10 minutes leads to walking 20. The habit carries you forward.

There’s no such thing as “too little.” Doing something—no matter how small—is always better than nothing. Once you’ve started, you can build on it.