{"id":815767,"date":"2026-05-27T12:21:01","date_gmt":"2026-05-27T12:21:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/pressreleases\/?p=815767"},"modified":"2026-05-27T12:21:01","modified_gmt":"2026-05-27T12:21:01","slug":"youre-not-god-that-job-is-taken-by-scott-h-silverman-challenges-the-urge-to-control-and-redefines-what-it-means-to-help-others","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/pressreleases\/youre-not-god-that-job-is-taken-by-scott-h-silverman-challenges-the-urge-to-control-and-redefines-what-it-means-to-help-others_815767.html","title":{"rendered":"YOU\u2019RE NOT GOD (That Job Is Taken) by Scott H. Silverman Challenges the Urge to Control and Redefines What It Means to Help Others"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"float:right;  width:250px; padding:8px 10px 10px 10px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/upload\/2026\/05\/1779817866.jpg\" style=\"border:none !important;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-29\" title=\"YOU&rsquo;RE NOT GOD (That Job Is Taken) by Scott H. Silverman Challenges the Urge to Control and Redefines What It Means to Help Others\" src=\"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/upload\/2026\/05\/1779817866.jpg\" alt=\"YOU&rsquo;RE NOT GOD (That Job Is Taken) by Scott H. Silverman Challenges the Urge to Control and Redefines What It Means to Help Others\" width=\"225\" height=\"225\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">A powerful new book is offering readers a refreshing and much-needed perspective on support, responsibility, and emotional well-being. <em>YOU&rsquo;RE NOT GOD (That Job Is Taken)<\/em> by Scott H. Silverman delivers a clear message: trying to fix everything for everyone often does more harm than good.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In this compelling and accessible guide, Silverman&mdash;an addiction recovery expert, crisis coach, and recognized CNN Hero&mdash;draws from his own life journey, including his recovery from addiction and more than three decades of sobriety. His insights offer readers a practical roadmap for stepping out of the role of &ldquo;fixer&rdquo; and into a more meaningful role rooted in presence and understanding.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">At a time when many individuals feel overwhelmed by personal and professional demands, <em>YOU&rsquo;RE NOT GOD (That Job Is Taken)<\/em> addresses a common but often overlooked challenge: the pressure to control outcomes for others. Silverman reframes this instinct, showing that real support comes not from control, but from empathy, patience, and trust.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The book combines real-life experiences with actionable strategies, helping readers:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Support loved ones without overstepping boundaries<\/li>\n<li>Replace perfectionism with compassion<\/li>\n<li>Strengthen communication through active listening<\/li>\n<li>Release the emotional burden of trying to &ldquo;do it all&rdquo;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Rather than presenting abstract ideas, Silverman offers grounded, practical guidance that resonates across different roles&mdash;from parents and caregivers to executives and team leaders.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">&ldquo;This book is about understanding the difference between helping and controlling,&rdquo; says Silverman. &ldquo;When we let go of the need to have all the answers, we create space for real growth&mdash;both for ourselves and for others.&rdquo;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">With its direct approach and relatable tone, <em>YOU&rsquo;RE NOT GOD (That Job Is Taken)<\/em> positions itself as a timely resource for those navigating stress, responsibility, and relationships in an increasingly complex world.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Scott H. Silverman is a nationally recognized speaker, addiction recovery expert, and crisis coach. After overcoming personal struggles with addiction, he has dedicated his career to helping individuals and families find sustainable paths to recovery and personal growth. His work has earned national recognition, including being named a CNN Hero<\/p>\n<p><span style='font-size:18px !important;'>Media Contact<\/span><br \/><strong>Company Name:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/companyname\/fawcettpublications.com_189799.html\" rel=\"nofollow\">FAWCETT PUBLICATIONS<\/a><br \/><strong>Contact Person:<\/strong> Edward Norton<br \/><strong>Email:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/email_contact_us.php?pr=youre-not-god-that-job-is-taken-by-scott-h-silverman-challenges-the-urge-to-control-and-redefines-what-it-means-to-help-others\" rel=\"nofollow\">Send Email<\/a><br \/><strong>Phone:<\/strong> 1-(408)-384-8609<br \/><strong>Address:<\/strong>318 1st Avenue SW, 1st Floor  <br \/><strong>City:<\/strong> Rochester<br \/><strong>State:<\/strong> Minnesota<br \/><strong>Country:<\/strong> United States<br \/><strong>Website:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/fawcettpublications.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">https:\/\/fawcettpublications.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/press_stat.php?pr=youre-not-god-that-job-is-taken-by-scott-h-silverman-challenges-the-urge-to-control-and-redefines-what-it-means-to-help-others\" alt=\"\" width=\"1px\" height=\"1px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A powerful new book is offering readers a refreshing and much-needed perspective on support, responsibility, and emotional well-being. YOU&rsquo;RE NOT GOD (That Job Is Taken) by Scott H. Silverman delivers a clear message: trying to fix everything for everyone often &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/pressreleases\/youre-not-god-that-job-is-taken-by-scott-h-silverman-challenges-the-urge-to-control-and-redefines-what-it-means-to-help-others_815767.html\">Continue reading <span class=\"meta-nav\">&rarr;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[448,403,404,443],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-815767","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-Books-Literature","category-UK","category-US","category-Website-Blog"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/pressreleases\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/815767","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/pressreleases\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/pressreleases\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/pressreleases\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/pressreleases\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=815767"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/pressreleases\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/815767\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/pressreleases\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=815767"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/pressreleases\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=815767"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/pressreleases\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=815767"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}