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Commitment and Rule-Breaking at West Point
The speaker recounts a daunting interview experience at West Point where they were asked if they were willing to give their life for the opportunity, showcasing the level of commitment expected. Despite the strict rules at West Point, the speaker acknowledges the value in rules for instilling discipline but also sees them as boundaries that can be pushed to explore new possibilities. The experience at West Point influenced the speaker's thinking towards mischief and eventually led them to quit, breaking a rule but also realizing the freedom that came with it.