How to Build Unstoppable Momentum (Even When You Don’t Feel Motivated)

Tiny Steps, Big Results: The Feel-Good Way to Get Moving and Keep Going

We all have days when motivation is nowhere to be found. But what if you could build momentum—regardless of how you feel? Ali Abdaal’s Feel-Good Productivity reveals that the secret to getting started is to make starting easy and rewarding.



The five-minute rule is a game-changer: commit to just five minutes of any task. Most of the time, you’ll keep going. The hardest part is getting started, not keeping up.

Reducing friction in your environment is another powerful tactic. Prepare your workspace, lay out your tools, and remove distractions. Even tiny obstacles can derail you, so make action as easy as possible.



Break big projects into micro-steps. Celebrate each small win, and use self-compassion when you stumble. Progress is about returning to action, not perfection.

With these gentle, feel-good strategies, you can build unstoppable momentum—one tiny step at a time.

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