Nothing, for most of us, is a nobody; it does not exist. It cannot be touched, seen, smelled, or tasted. Then how can NOTHING create something to an individual?
Having nothing in our hands which we really need provokes us to strive more to achieve it. We persevere more for us to attain it. Sacrifices are made because of this. We learn a lot from this.
In contrast with this, having everything makes one boastful and abusive. One would be very confident in doing things and in showing what he got. Everything changes into something negative.
When I was young, I am very much aloof. Being an only child mingling with others gives me a high fever. I was not friendly years back because I am not used to befriend with others. It takes time for me to become comfortable with other people but this depends on how they relate with me.
I slowly realized that being aloof doesn't give me any good. I joined groups. No one cheered and supported me. I was hurt.
I have nothing and no one in the beginning. But when I had friends I was inspired because I told my self I will never let them down.
Nothing is indeed a great source of learning. Determination, sacrifice, patience, humility and perseverance are developed in us while EVERYTHING may mold us a bad and negative icon in the society. Boastfulness and abusiveness are inculcated in our values.
Nothing is better than everything, right?