Personality theory of William James

William James, a pioneering psychologist, emphasized the importance of individual experience and consciousness in his personality theory. He proposed that personality is not a fixed entity but rather a dynamic process shaped by thoughts, emotions, and social interactions. James introduced the concept of the "self," distinguishing between the "I" (the subjective experience of the self) and the "me" (the self as an object of reflection). His ideas laid the groundwork for later theories in psychology, particularly in understanding the fluid nature of identity and personality development.