What is the importance of self acceptance?

Self-acceptance is an important aspect of everyone’s life. Accepting oneself in the way we are has the following importance:

1. We become self-confident
2. We learn to accept our mistakes
3. We develop an optimistic approach towards life
4. We stop criticizing ourselves
5. We learn to appreciate ourselves
6. We tend towards perfection
7. We understand that each of us is unique 
8. We start living a happier life
9. Our mind is at peace