Most of the people I manage are older than me, and I feel it in every room. Before anyone will really follow me, I sense I have to prove I've earned the seat. So I over-prepare, over-explain, and work twice as hard to make up for an age gap that not one of them has ever actually mentioned.
More people experience this than they realize.
You're younger than the people you lead and feel you must prove you belong.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.