Generally speaking, we tend to associate the term "violation" with negative consequences. According to Expectancy Violations Theory, are violations always bad? Is it possible to perceive violations in a positive way? Why or why not? In your response, be sure to support your position with information from the text and use an example to illustrate your thesis.

What will be an ideal response?


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