That is when the Senate assasinated his father
Because Mormons are so judgmental when it comes to other peoples beliefs on the way they want to live
but thats really any religion
Changes in personality maybe explained by the social or cultural upbringing of a person. For example in this case, this person must have experienced the lack of support from close kin that's why she is so keen to prove herself. her strong personality must have been because of profound personal reasons.