Hi everyone, a beginners q here :

How do u guys(and girls) see the importance (comparatively)between developing qualities of this self(self confidance ,self motivation,esteem even to the extent of psychic powers) and inquiry into nature of this very awareness/consciousness/beingness?

Given limited time and energy that we as humans have,how should we prioritise our available time/energy? Do all we can to acquire right view into "what is characteristic/nature of this me" first? or developing qualities like stability of mind,faith in oneself etc.. as foundational practice first?How to balance this between this two?