According to Osho, don’t split awareness and self-acceptance into a before-and-after riddle; they are conjoint—two sides of one coin. As awareness deepens, self-acceptance naturally flowers; as self-acceptance grows, it nourishes and deepens awareness. Begin anywhere and keep moving—like walking with two feet—each step supports the other. Avoid philosophical regress; realize the Self is self-supported, and growth happens through their mutual reinforcement.
Awareness and self-acceptance help each other grow—start with whichever is easier, and the other will follow.