A Memoir of Survival, Strength, and Finding My Way Back to Me What happens when life keeps pulling you under—but you refuse to stop fighting? In Against the Current, Alisha Watson shares the deeply personal story of a life marked by trauma, addiction, incarceration, heartbreak, and loss. Growing up in chaos, searching for love in the wrong places, and battling the grip of addiction for years, she found herself trapped in a cycle that seemed impossible to escape. But this is not a story about defeat. It is a story of resilience, redemption, and the life-changing power of faith. Through moments of unimaginable pain, Alisha discovered that no matter how far a person has fallen, healing is possible. With courage, determination, and God's grace, she fought her way back—rebuilding her life, reclaiming her family, and finding a purpose greater than her past. Against the Current is an honest, hope-filled memoir for anyone who has ever struggled with addiction, trauma, incarceration, or the weight of past mistakes. It is a reminder that your past does not define your future, and that even in the darkest storms, there is always a path toward freedom. If you've ever wondered whether it's possible to start over, this book is living proof that it is. Because redemption isn't the end of the story—it's where a new life begins.