Shattered assumptions theory – Wikipedia

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shattered_assumptions_theory

The final fundamental assumption evaluates one’s self as a positive, moral, and decent–and thus deserving of good outcomes in life. Individuals’ assessment of their self-worth contributes to their success in life.[3] A person’s positive self-worth encourages them to be effective in their tasks at hand. Generally, this assumption enables an individual to maintain a belief that s/he has the ability to control positive or negative outcomes.