Why do so many people over 40 think they’re ‘too late’ for YouTube?

I hear this constantly from people my age and older:

“I’m too old to start a YouTube channel.”
“YouTube’s for kids who grew up with smartphones.”
“I wouldn’t even know where to begin.”

I used to believe some version of that myself — until I looked at what actually works on YouTube.

Here’s the uncomfortable truth: experience matters more than trends.
And YouTube quietly rewards experience.

People over 40 tend to:

• Explain things more clearly

• Stay consistent longer

• Teach from real-world mistakes instead of theory

• Care less about going viral and more about being useful

That last part is huge. Most channels don’t fail because the creator is “too old.” They fail because the content has no depth, no clarity, and no patience behind it.

Another myth I see a lot is that you need:

• Fancy cameras

• High energy

• Constant uploads

• Or to copy whatever 22-year-olds are doing this week

You don’t.

Some of the most reliable YouTube channels are built around:

• Calm explanations

• Niche knowledge

• Lived experience

• And showing up consistently without chasing hype

Age isn’t a disadvantage there — it’s leverage.

I’m curious how others see this:

• Do you think platforms like YouTube favor younger creators by default?

• Have you noticed yourself learning more from people who’ve actually “been through it”?

• If you’re over 40, what’s the biggest mental block that stops you from starting something new online?

Not selling anything here — genuinely interested in the discussion.