Fundamental Postulate

Definition

In Kelly's personal construct theory, the fundamental postulate states that a person's processes are psychologically channeled by the ways in which he anticipates events.

Related terms

Expectancy Theory: This theory suggests that our behavior is motivated by expected outcomes.

Self-Fulfilling Prophecy: This refers to the concept where an individual’s expectations about another person or situation leads them to behave in a way that makes those expectations come true.

Cognitive Consistency Theory: A psychological theory which proposes that humans are motivated by inconsistencies and will consequently change their attitudes, beliefs, or perceptions to achieve consistency.