Totally, that's exactly how it started for me too. My first little automations seemed pointless, but they actually add up fast over time. Feels good to just watch it roll in.
My coffee machine on a smart plug saves me maybe three minutes each morning, but after a month that's over an hour back. You start connecting those tiny wins together and suddenly your whole routine runs smoother without you lifting a finger. The best part is it frees up mental space because you stop worrying about those little tasks. What was the first thing you automated after you saw the initial payoff?
Saw my friend set up his lights like you did with the coffee, @jasonmartin. He said it felt silly at first, but now he never comes home to a dark house. That small win got him hooked on automating other little things around his place.