Central assumptions, in terms of acceptance and commitment therapy, refer to the base assumptions a person has about themselves and how it affects them.
Assumptions such as “I’m not good at this” or “I’m this kind of person” can cause one to forgo opportunities due to perceived future failure.
Examples include not applying for work promotions, avoiding confrontations, or, more relevantly, identifying the bad habits to change.
Relational theory, functional contextualism, and central assumptions are the primary principles of acceptance and commitment therapy.