The document discusses ways to stay healthy and avoid illness by addressing emotions, making decisions, finding solutions, accepting reality, trusting others, and maintaining a positive outlook. Repressing feelings can lead to illnesses, while speaking with confidants provides therapy. Indecision causes stress and health issues, while finding solutions prevents enlarging problems. Living authentically and accepting oneself and criticism promotes well-being over pretending or living to impress others. Trusting and having strong relationships is important for health, while distrust and sadness should be avoided.
Environmental show of the south 2014 new entrants in electricity generationTNenergy
Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation’s Office of Energy Programs’ Director Molly Cripps moderated a panel presentation on “New Entrants in Electric Generation in the Tennessee Valley” at the 43rd Environmental Show of the South (ESOS) in Gatlinburg on April 30. The panel was comprised of experts in energy law and federal regulations, and the session was approved for continuing legal education credits.
The document outlines an "ant philosophy" consisting of four parts: 1) Never give up and keep looking for ways to reach your goal. 2) Think ahead and prepare for future challenges like winter while enjoying the present. 3) Stay positive and remember hard times are temporary. 4) Do as much as possible to prepare and accomplish tasks. The philosophy teaches lessons of perseverance, realistic planning, maintaining a positive outlook, and maximizing effort.
The document discusses living consciously and sustainably by asking a series of questions about resource usage and waste. It questions whether people leave lights on unnecessarily, use air conditioning when it's cool outside, waste fuel in cars by not carpooling, overuse paper by not using both sides, overbuy items and let them go to waste, throw away good items, leave food on plates, and don't conserve water. It encourages thinking about using resources wisely and planning to avoid wasting time. Living consciously and reducing waste is presented as training to live responsibly.
This document lists the 15 largest mosques in the world based on their capacity and covered area. It provides each mosque's rank, name, location, capacity, area (for some), and year established. The largest is Masjid al-Haram in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, which can accommodate 820,000 people and has an area of 356,800 square meters.
This document discusses the importance of avoiding wastefulness and extravagance when eating and drinking. It provides several quotes from the Quran emphasizing this point and instructing Muslims not to be spendthrifts. It also shares hadith from the Prophet Muhammad recommending eating all but disliked foods and filling only one third of the stomach with food. The document encourages appreciating the effort that goes into producing food and avoiding wasting the morsels left on plates.
University of Tennessee's Green Economy InitiativeTNenergy
This document discusses environmental issues and the green economy in Tennessee and Knoxville. It notes that manufacturing jobs in the US declined from 28% in the 1950s to 8.9% in 2011, which impacted wages and the Tennessee economy. It also outlines various environmental problems, including polluted rivers and air. Specifically in Knoxville, the Tennessee River is highly polluted and it has poor air quality. However, Knoxville also has the 2nd highest percentage of green jobs and fastest growing green jobs sector. The document advocates for coordinated planning between government, education, businesses and communities to promote green economic growth and help address environmental challenges.
Capstone Turbine develops, manufactures, and services microturbine technology for distributed power generation. As an authorized distributor, E-Finity supports customers in the mid-Atlantic and southeastern U.S. with factory-certified Capstone solutions. Capstone microturbines provide reliable electricity, hot water, and chilled water using a patented air bearing turbine in a simple modular design that is easy to operate and maintain.
The document discusses ways to stay healthy and avoid illness by addressing emotions, making decisions, finding solutions, accepting reality, trusting others, and maintaining a positive outlook. Repressing feelings can lead to illnesses, while speaking with confidants provides therapy. Indecision causes stress and health issues, while finding solutions prevents enlarging problems. Living authentically and accepting oneself and criticism promotes well-being over pretending or living to impress others. Trusting and having strong relationships is important for health, while distrust and sadness should be avoided.
Environmental show of the south 2014 new entrants in electricity generationTNenergy
Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation’s Office of Energy Programs’ Director Molly Cripps moderated a panel presentation on “New Entrants in Electric Generation in the Tennessee Valley” at the 43rd Environmental Show of the South (ESOS) in Gatlinburg on April 30. The panel was comprised of experts in energy law and federal regulations, and the session was approved for continuing legal education credits.
The document outlines an "ant philosophy" consisting of four parts: 1) Never give up and keep looking for ways to reach your goal. 2) Think ahead and prepare for future challenges like winter while enjoying the present. 3) Stay positive and remember hard times are temporary. 4) Do as much as possible to prepare and accomplish tasks. The philosophy teaches lessons of perseverance, realistic planning, maintaining a positive outlook, and maximizing effort.
The document discusses living consciously and sustainably by asking a series of questions about resource usage and waste. It questions whether people leave lights on unnecessarily, use air conditioning when it's cool outside, waste fuel in cars by not carpooling, overuse paper by not using both sides, overbuy items and let them go to waste, throw away good items, leave food on plates, and don't conserve water. It encourages thinking about using resources wisely and planning to avoid wasting time. Living consciously and reducing waste is presented as training to live responsibly.
This document lists the 15 largest mosques in the world based on their capacity and covered area. It provides each mosque's rank, name, location, capacity, area (for some), and year established. The largest is Masjid al-Haram in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, which can accommodate 820,000 people and has an area of 356,800 square meters.
This document discusses the importance of avoiding wastefulness and extravagance when eating and drinking. It provides several quotes from the Quran emphasizing this point and instructing Muslims not to be spendthrifts. It also shares hadith from the Prophet Muhammad recommending eating all but disliked foods and filling only one third of the stomach with food. The document encourages appreciating the effort that goes into producing food and avoiding wasting the morsels left on plates.
University of Tennessee's Green Economy InitiativeTNenergy
This document discusses environmental issues and the green economy in Tennessee and Knoxville. It notes that manufacturing jobs in the US declined from 28% in the 1950s to 8.9% in 2011, which impacted wages and the Tennessee economy. It also outlines various environmental problems, including polluted rivers and air. Specifically in Knoxville, the Tennessee River is highly polluted and it has poor air quality. However, Knoxville also has the 2nd highest percentage of green jobs and fastest growing green jobs sector. The document advocates for coordinated planning between government, education, businesses and communities to promote green economic growth and help address environmental challenges.
Capstone Turbine develops, manufactures, and services microturbine technology for distributed power generation. As an authorized distributor, E-Finity supports customers in the mid-Atlantic and southeastern U.S. with factory-certified Capstone solutions. Capstone microturbines provide reliable electricity, hot water, and chilled water using a patented air bearing turbine in a simple modular design that is easy to operate and maintain.
The Sakirin Masjid in Istanbul, Turkey was the first mosque to have its interior designed by a woman. Zeynep Fadıllıoğlu was the interior designer and designed the women's section specifically to allow female worshippers to have an unobstructed view of the chandelier from their prayer area. The mosque was built by the Semiha Şakir Foundation and opened in May 2009 in the Üsküdar district of Istanbul.
The document describes a field trip taken by TQJ students to the Humber College Nature Lab on October 28th, 2008. The trip involved measuring and mulching, taking a lunch break, enjoying hot chocolate, taking pictures along a trail by the Humber River where they noticed a beaver dam, admiring the view of the river, and saying goodbye at the end of the trip.
This document discusses the importance of time management in Islam. It notes that time is a precious resource that, once lost, can never be regained. It provides guidance from the Quran and hadith on prioritizing one's time, being accountable for how one spends their time, and making the most productive use of one's time through focus, planning and self-discipline. Examples are given of how the Prophet and early Muslims exemplified effective time management in their lives.
This document discusses the importance of being dutiful and respectful towards one's parents according to Islamic teachings. It cites verses from the Quran that command worshipping God alone and being dutiful, respectful and humble towards one's parents. It warns against using harsh or disrespectful words towards parents and advises addressing them with honor. A hadith mentions that those who do not enter paradise include those who see their elderly parents but do not serve them. The document encourages reassessing one's attitude and serving parents in the best way while one still can.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
This document provides an overview of Tunisia and Libya, highlighting some of their key geographical features, cities, and cultural aspects. Tunisia is described as one of the most modern countries in northern Africa, with a Mediterranean climate and towns like Sidi Bou Said that have Greek-influenced architecture. Important historical sites discussed include Carthage and the Great Mosque of Kairouan. Libya is described as over 90% desert, but with remnants of Roman architecture in cities like Sabratha, Leptis Magna, and ancient theaters. Oasis towns and desert landscapes are also summarized.
This document discusses the importance of choosing friends wisely in Islam. It notes that on the Day of Judgment, wrong friends will become enemies and lead people away from guidance. True friendship in Islam involves encouraging one another to obey Allah, draw closer to Him rather than each other, and avoid wasting time. Hadiths emphasize loving others for Allah's sake alone. Friends should help each other spiritually, not distract from remembrance of God or lead into sin. The highest friendship is for the sake of Allah that will be rewarded with His love, protection and paradise.
Antarctica is located in the South Pole and has a unique environment due to its extreme climate and geography. It has the lowest recorded temperatures on Earth at -70 degrees Celsius and an average annual snow accumulation of 2,500 meters. If all the ice in Antarctica were to melt, it would cause sea levels to rise by 70 meters globally. The continent plays an important role in regulating Earth's climate and ocean currents. Despite harsh conditions, Antarctica has diverse animal life that has adapted to the environment. Strict environmental regulations help protect the fragile ecology and wildlife from impacts of tourism.
The Prophet Muhammad expressed his love for Muslims who had not seen him by referring to them as "my brothers" shortly before his death. He wanted to meet believers who lived after him without seeing him in person. This reveals the Prophet's love for later followers and calls on Muslims to genuinely love him by following his teachings and guidance in their lives rather than just paying lip service. It encourages reconsidering one's life in light of the Prophet's example and spreading awareness of his message.
The city of Petra, carved into rose-colored sandstone cliffs in Jordan, was lost to the world for centuries until being rediscovered in the 19th century. Petra was constructed in the 6th century BC by the Nabateans and contained many magnificent constructions carved from rock, including temples, tombs, and a theater, demonstrating the engineering abilities of its builders. Though conquered by the Romans in the 1st century AD, an earthquake in the 6th century destroyed much of the city, which was abandoned after being inhabited for over 600 years.
The document provides guidance on self and time management for students. It discusses:
1. Setting goals and determining objectives for your studies.
2. Knowing your syllabus, acquiring the necessary books and materials, and identifying important areas to focus on.
3. Developing a plan and schedule for your studies, including creating a study timetable to allocate your time efficiently.
4. Addressing distractions and maintaining a suitable study environment and habits to optimize your learning.
The document compares characteristics of poor and rich countries, finding that differences in age, natural resources, and intellectual capacity are not determinative factors. Rather, the key difference is the attitudes and principles followed by a country's people - namely ethics, integrity, responsibility, respect for laws and others, work ethic, savings, initiative, and punctuality. These principles are largely followed in rich countries but only by a minority in poor countries. The document argues that countries are poor not due to lack of resources or nature but due to lack of the right attitudes and failure to teach principles that make societies rich and developed.
The document shares stories from 9/11 survivors about small, seemingly random events that ultimately saved their lives by causing them to avoid the attacks. It then discusses how everyday annoyances and coincidences are actually part of Allah's divine plan. The document encourages passing along the message to appreciate Allah's guidance in all things, big and small.
The northern Netherlands landscape is transformed into a Technicolor patchwork during tulip season each May, with over 10,000 hectares devoted to cultivating tulips that erupt in vivid shades of purple, yellow, red, pink, orange and green. More than three billion tulips are grown annually, with two-thirds exported, primarily to the United States and Germany after being picked and sold as cut flower bouquets.
The Prophet Muhammad expressed his love for Muslims who had not seen him just days before his death. When asked who his brothers were, he replied "those who come after me, and believe in me without seeing me." This showed his love for future generations of believers. However, love means little without action; if the advice of loved ones is not followed, the love is invalid. It is time for Muslims to reconsider their lives and truly follow the teachings of the Prophet they claim to love.
This document features photographs and descriptions of various transparent or translucent marine creatures found in oceans around the world. It discusses octopuses, cowfish, jellyfish, snails, fish, butterflies, and salps that have transparent or translucent body parts or entire transparent bodies that allow their internal structures to be visible. These creatures include a glowing octopus, a transparent juvenile cowfish, jellyfish spreading luminescent tentacles, tiny transparent sea snails, and various small fish, butterflies, jellyfish, and salps with transparent or translucent bodies.
A tiny insect builds a house for itself by cutting and folding a leaf with precise techniques, creating a cocoon-like structure with an entry and exit hole, demonstrating an astonishing engineering feat. It is evidence of Allah as the creator who taught the insect its skills and intelligence to make a home from a simple leaf, showing His divine power as the mastermind behind all things in the universe.
The document discusses the importance of controlling one's tongue. It summarizes hadith and verses from the Quran regarding proper speech and the consequences of idle, harmful, or untruthful speech. Specifically, it warns against aimless talk, unnecessary questions, harsh speech, lewd talk, backbiting, slander, tale-carrying, sarcasm, ridicule, quarreling, cursing, abusing, and lying. It emphasizes that the tongue can lead one to Paradise or Hell depending on how it is used, and that the Prophet said he feared his own tongue the most.
A woman's daughter calls her multiple times to see the daffodils before they are over. Despite rain and fog, the woman drives to see them. She is taken to a garden with 50,000 daffodil bulbs planted by one woman over many years. The experience inspires the woman to pursue her goals incrementally over time. She realizes she can accomplish great things by persisting in small, consistent efforts like planting one bulb at a time.
This document discusses how a person spends their day busy with activities but fails to remember and appreciate God (Allah) for all that He provides. It describes how the person wakes up and gets ready hurriedly without taking time to pray or thank God. It notes how God provides beauty in nature through the sky, rain, sleep, and a new day, yet the person does not notice or show appreciation. The document encourages remembering God more and being grateful for all He continuously gives, even with human ungratefulness. It asks if the person will have time to share this message with others.
The document discusses the importance of reciting Soorat Al-Kahf based on three hadiths. It states that the Prophet Muhammad said anyone who memorizes the first 10 verses of Soorat Al-Kahf will be protected from the Dajjaal. It also mentions that reciting the last 10 verses of the soorah will prevent the Dajjaal from having power over someone. The document then provides a brief overview of the stories and lessons contained in Soorat Al-Kahf. It emphasizes the importance of reading this soorah every Friday and following its teachings in order to understand life's trials and be saved from fitnah and the Dajjaal.
The Sakirin Masjid in Istanbul, Turkey was the first mosque to have its interior designed by a woman. Zeynep Fadıllıoğlu was the interior designer and designed the women's section specifically to allow female worshippers to have an unobstructed view of the chandelier from their prayer area. The mosque was built by the Semiha Şakir Foundation and opened in May 2009 in the Üsküdar district of Istanbul.
The document describes a field trip taken by TQJ students to the Humber College Nature Lab on October 28th, 2008. The trip involved measuring and mulching, taking a lunch break, enjoying hot chocolate, taking pictures along a trail by the Humber River where they noticed a beaver dam, admiring the view of the river, and saying goodbye at the end of the trip.
This document discusses the importance of time management in Islam. It notes that time is a precious resource that, once lost, can never be regained. It provides guidance from the Quran and hadith on prioritizing one's time, being accountable for how one spends their time, and making the most productive use of one's time through focus, planning and self-discipline. Examples are given of how the Prophet and early Muslims exemplified effective time management in their lives.
This document discusses the importance of being dutiful and respectful towards one's parents according to Islamic teachings. It cites verses from the Quran that command worshipping God alone and being dutiful, respectful and humble towards one's parents. It warns against using harsh or disrespectful words towards parents and advises addressing them with honor. A hadith mentions that those who do not enter paradise include those who see their elderly parents but do not serve them. The document encourages reassessing one's attitude and serving parents in the best way while one still can.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
This document provides an overview of Tunisia and Libya, highlighting some of their key geographical features, cities, and cultural aspects. Tunisia is described as one of the most modern countries in northern Africa, with a Mediterranean climate and towns like Sidi Bou Said that have Greek-influenced architecture. Important historical sites discussed include Carthage and the Great Mosque of Kairouan. Libya is described as over 90% desert, but with remnants of Roman architecture in cities like Sabratha, Leptis Magna, and ancient theaters. Oasis towns and desert landscapes are also summarized.
This document discusses the importance of choosing friends wisely in Islam. It notes that on the Day of Judgment, wrong friends will become enemies and lead people away from guidance. True friendship in Islam involves encouraging one another to obey Allah, draw closer to Him rather than each other, and avoid wasting time. Hadiths emphasize loving others for Allah's sake alone. Friends should help each other spiritually, not distract from remembrance of God or lead into sin. The highest friendship is for the sake of Allah that will be rewarded with His love, protection and paradise.
Antarctica is located in the South Pole and has a unique environment due to its extreme climate and geography. It has the lowest recorded temperatures on Earth at -70 degrees Celsius and an average annual snow accumulation of 2,500 meters. If all the ice in Antarctica were to melt, it would cause sea levels to rise by 70 meters globally. The continent plays an important role in regulating Earth's climate and ocean currents. Despite harsh conditions, Antarctica has diverse animal life that has adapted to the environment. Strict environmental regulations help protect the fragile ecology and wildlife from impacts of tourism.
The Prophet Muhammad expressed his love for Muslims who had not seen him by referring to them as "my brothers" shortly before his death. He wanted to meet believers who lived after him without seeing him in person. This reveals the Prophet's love for later followers and calls on Muslims to genuinely love him by following his teachings and guidance in their lives rather than just paying lip service. It encourages reconsidering one's life in light of the Prophet's example and spreading awareness of his message.
The city of Petra, carved into rose-colored sandstone cliffs in Jordan, was lost to the world for centuries until being rediscovered in the 19th century. Petra was constructed in the 6th century BC by the Nabateans and contained many magnificent constructions carved from rock, including temples, tombs, and a theater, demonstrating the engineering abilities of its builders. Though conquered by the Romans in the 1st century AD, an earthquake in the 6th century destroyed much of the city, which was abandoned after being inhabited for over 600 years.
The document provides guidance on self and time management for students. It discusses:
1. Setting goals and determining objectives for your studies.
2. Knowing your syllabus, acquiring the necessary books and materials, and identifying important areas to focus on.
3. Developing a plan and schedule for your studies, including creating a study timetable to allocate your time efficiently.
4. Addressing distractions and maintaining a suitable study environment and habits to optimize your learning.
The document compares characteristics of poor and rich countries, finding that differences in age, natural resources, and intellectual capacity are not determinative factors. Rather, the key difference is the attitudes and principles followed by a country's people - namely ethics, integrity, responsibility, respect for laws and others, work ethic, savings, initiative, and punctuality. These principles are largely followed in rich countries but only by a minority in poor countries. The document argues that countries are poor not due to lack of resources or nature but due to lack of the right attitudes and failure to teach principles that make societies rich and developed.
The document shares stories from 9/11 survivors about small, seemingly random events that ultimately saved their lives by causing them to avoid the attacks. It then discusses how everyday annoyances and coincidences are actually part of Allah's divine plan. The document encourages passing along the message to appreciate Allah's guidance in all things, big and small.
The northern Netherlands landscape is transformed into a Technicolor patchwork during tulip season each May, with over 10,000 hectares devoted to cultivating tulips that erupt in vivid shades of purple, yellow, red, pink, orange and green. More than three billion tulips are grown annually, with two-thirds exported, primarily to the United States and Germany after being picked and sold as cut flower bouquets.
The Prophet Muhammad expressed his love for Muslims who had not seen him just days before his death. When asked who his brothers were, he replied "those who come after me, and believe in me without seeing me." This showed his love for future generations of believers. However, love means little without action; if the advice of loved ones is not followed, the love is invalid. It is time for Muslims to reconsider their lives and truly follow the teachings of the Prophet they claim to love.
This document features photographs and descriptions of various transparent or translucent marine creatures found in oceans around the world. It discusses octopuses, cowfish, jellyfish, snails, fish, butterflies, and salps that have transparent or translucent body parts or entire transparent bodies that allow their internal structures to be visible. These creatures include a glowing octopus, a transparent juvenile cowfish, jellyfish spreading luminescent tentacles, tiny transparent sea snails, and various small fish, butterflies, jellyfish, and salps with transparent or translucent bodies.
A tiny insect builds a house for itself by cutting and folding a leaf with precise techniques, creating a cocoon-like structure with an entry and exit hole, demonstrating an astonishing engineering feat. It is evidence of Allah as the creator who taught the insect its skills and intelligence to make a home from a simple leaf, showing His divine power as the mastermind behind all things in the universe.
The document discusses the importance of controlling one's tongue. It summarizes hadith and verses from the Quran regarding proper speech and the consequences of idle, harmful, or untruthful speech. Specifically, it warns against aimless talk, unnecessary questions, harsh speech, lewd talk, backbiting, slander, tale-carrying, sarcasm, ridicule, quarreling, cursing, abusing, and lying. It emphasizes that the tongue can lead one to Paradise or Hell depending on how it is used, and that the Prophet said he feared his own tongue the most.
A woman's daughter calls her multiple times to see the daffodils before they are over. Despite rain and fog, the woman drives to see them. She is taken to a garden with 50,000 daffodil bulbs planted by one woman over many years. The experience inspires the woman to pursue her goals incrementally over time. She realizes she can accomplish great things by persisting in small, consistent efforts like planting one bulb at a time.
This document discusses how a person spends their day busy with activities but fails to remember and appreciate God (Allah) for all that He provides. It describes how the person wakes up and gets ready hurriedly without taking time to pray or thank God. It notes how God provides beauty in nature through the sky, rain, sleep, and a new day, yet the person does not notice or show appreciation. The document encourages remembering God more and being grateful for all He continuously gives, even with human ungratefulness. It asks if the person will have time to share this message with others.
The document discusses the importance of reciting Soorat Al-Kahf based on three hadiths. It states that the Prophet Muhammad said anyone who memorizes the first 10 verses of Soorat Al-Kahf will be protected from the Dajjaal. It also mentions that reciting the last 10 verses of the soorah will prevent the Dajjaal from having power over someone. The document then provides a brief overview of the stories and lessons contained in Soorat Al-Kahf. It emphasizes the importance of reading this soorah every Friday and following its teachings in order to understand life's trials and be saved from fitnah and the Dajjaal.
This document is from the perspective of a baby seal pleading for help to stop the hunting of seals for sport in Norway and Canada. The seal describes the killing of seals as barbaric and claims the seals are defenseless and being ruthlessly slaughtered. It asks people not to ignore the issue and calls on them to help stop the killing of seals, which it says is an ongoing practice threatening the seals' home.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise boosts blood flow, releases endorphins, and promotes changes in the brain which help enhance one's emotional well-being and mental clarity.
This document provides strategies for improving reading speed and comprehension for college. It begins by having the reader test their current reading speed. It then provides benchmarks for reading speeds and assesses the reader's speed. Some common causes of slow reading are identified. The document outlines strategies for effective reading like previewing, asking questions before reading, and reading in blocks instead of word-by-word. Specific techniques like using a guide to focus on lines of text are demonstrated. The importance of practice and setting reading goals is emphasized.
This document discusses a researcher's work over three years to establish the scientific basis of healing through the Qur'an. The researcher argues that healing is possible through the Qur'an based on evidence that sound vibrations can positively influence electromagnetic fields and activities in the brain and body's cells. The document also explores how reciting the Qur'an can increase the energy and healing capacity of substances like water, honey and oils that then transport this healing information to cells.
The professor holds up a glass of water to demonstrate to students how problems that seem small can become overwhelming if dwelled upon for too long. While the weight of the glass did not change, the professor's arm would begin to ache after holding it for an hour and could become numb or experience muscle stress if held all day. This represents how small problems felt in one's head become painful after prolonged thought and can eventually paralyze if not "put down" at the end of the day. The lesson is that it is important to think about challenges but also important to not dwell on problems and to start fresh each new day.
The document discusses signs from verses 37-40 of Surah Yaseen related to the sun, moon, night and day. It provides information about the sun such as its size, temperature, and role in providing light and heat to Earth. It describes the Earth's rotation causing day and night and its orbit around the sun causing seasons. It discusses the moon's phases from new to full as it orbits Earth, and that the sun and moon orbit independently without overtaking each other in accordance with divine will.
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