> It feels undignified, humiliating at times. I'm in a somewhat similar situation and I know that feeling very well. But it's something that I suspect happens

> It feels undignified, humiliating at times. I'm in a somewhat similar situation and I know that feeling very well. But it's something that I suspect happens to all of us as we grow older. The fact is, that younger people exist. It might happen that they will be your boss, it might happen that you will be the boss of them, or a combination of both. But it should never feel undignified and humiliating just because of their age alone. There are other facts about relationships with people that you should be more sensitive about: Do they treat you with respect? Do they listen to you? Do they tell you the truth? Will they help you when you need it? It can be difficult, but I would start a deep introspection about this subject. What it helps me to overcome this feelings is the fact that I internalized the thought "my job is not my life". There are activities I pursue outside my job that define me much better as a person and in that domain, I'm my own boss.