What’s the trait you value most about yourself? Trait theory derived from the work of the psychologist, Gordon Allport. It contends that human personality is characterised by traits that resemble states of being, feeling and thinking but which are stable and enduring.They emphasise a view of psychological development that is heavily influenced by innate oor … More I like to think I value the fact that critical thinking is an early response when I approach questions asked of me. But is critical thinking a trait? And why is it so unpopular? This blog is on whether trait theory helps in self-understanding.