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For positive deviance to be observable, it needs to be positive in such a way that it stands  out beyond the average expectations. 

There needs to be a contrast between normal deviance and expectations and the positive deviance itself. 

The classifacation of an individual or behaviour as positively deviant can often hinge on the opinions or values of the person making the judgement. 

Much like labelling theory it depends on which the people who observe the action to wheter it is viewed as positively deviant.

Altruism refers to selfless acts that people take to help others. These acts or behaviours are taken out without the expectation of reward or recognition. 

Altruisitc behaviour goes beyond usual acts of kindness such as making charitable donations or offering to help someone move house. 

Self-Sacrificing heroes are altruistic however, as they are conceding something personally, for the greater benefit to the community or society. This extends to someone who donates an organ to another person, as they are actively putting anothers needs above their own. 

An example of an altruist in modern society was Malala Yousafzai who was an advocate for womens right to education in Pakistan. She survived an assassination attempt and yet continued to advocate for womens rights despite her safety being at risk. 

Positive deviants bring about social change through their creation or modifacation of important ideas. 

This process of innovation can occur in any area: Science, the Arts, Food, Technology and more!

Some examples of positive deviants through innovation include: Ai Weiwei, Banksy, Charles Blackman, Robert Oppenheimer, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, William Shakespeare and many many more!

Often these positive deviants are often viewed intially as agitators or negative deviants. This is due to the fact the are often challenging a social norm or championing an idea that goes beyond the established social norm. They are often viewed as odd or radical. 

At times they aren't even accpeted by society until after their death, such as Vincent Van Gogh who's works didnt become famous until after he passed away. 

This refers to the possession of natural traits such as intelligence, beauty or talent. 

This admiration of an individuals qualities is dependent on a societies social norms and culutre and thus examples vary across different social groups. 

For example, Megan Gale, an Australian Model was deemed 'too big' to be a model however was embraced overseas where her career exploded.

Other examples may include musicians with rare abilities such as Andre Rieu, Kenny G and many more!