7. According to scientists; our personality is set by the time we are five. Thoroughly explain the definition of personality. Remember it is relatively stable and enduring, this means that it is typically how one will respond in any time with the same and/or similar situation. describe your personality, as you look back now; give a situation or times when you thought, felt, or behaved the same way. 8. Traits are different than personality. However, traits help explain one's personality. Thoroughly define individual traits. Next, type in five (5) of your most salient individual traits. .