I'm grateful for plot twists!
Plot twists are a really interesting literary technique, being able to turn things on their side without stepping outside the realm of the possible. Whenever we watch a TV show or read a book, we suspend our disbelief to a certain extent so that we can immerse ourselves in the world that's been created. But if those plot twists are outside the realm of believability, that suspension of disbelief is broken and we'll end up rejecting the entire premise behind the show. Conversely, without plot twists, stories can become too predictable, leading many to lose interest quite quickly. It's a fine line to walk (or write), but when done properly it really pulls you in and creates a new level of investment in finding out what happens next.
And it's not just the fictional world that has plot twists. How many times have you experienced a plot twist in your own life? Maybe a friend you believed to be dependable suddenly lets you down, or you end up being passed over for a already promised promotion. Maybe a scheduled vacation is improved through better weather than expected, or you win a prize you didn't even know you were in the running for. Life has it's ups and downs, but it's those unexpected plot twists, which often could be referred to as reversed expectations, that keep things interesting and often push us to try one more time because really, anything can happen.
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