Heart Warming Research Study

And surprisingly it's by MTV!

A quote from the study:
"Parents are seen as an overwhelmingly positive influence in the lives of most young people. Remarkably, nearly half of respondents mention at least one of their parents as a hero. When asked "What one thing in life makes you most happy?" 46 percent of respondents say spending time with friends, family and loved ones."

Being in my mid-thirty's and having a big family, I would echo this sentiment now. But I think some parents can get discouraged by our kids attitudes and where they choose to spend their time. I know when I was a teen that quote was true for me, but I would have never told anyone. So if you have family time now, keep it up! If not, start scheduling it, and yes your teenagers might complain. But they will appreciate it later in life.

Here is the entire research study: MTV AND THE ASSOCIATED PRESS RELEASE LANDMARK STUDY OF YOUNG PEOPLE AND HAPPINESS