Psychoanalysts are in a favorable position to offer insights into how aging affects professional life. In addition to 22 interviews, the author conducted a mail survey to the membership of five analytic societies. She received 113 responses from analysts over 50 years of age. Tallmer examines how analysts change the way in which they practice, including a tendency toward greater freedom in regard to rules, and a tendency to alter technique, allowing greater tolerance for pathology. There was no trend in the frequency of interpretations. The survey showed an inclination toward decreased therapeutic ambitions. Personal expectations were felt to be related to the era in which the analyst received training. The respondents reported an increase in the amount of psychotherapy they perform. One third of the respondents have had a re-analysis. Few analysts experienced age discrimination. Half the sample noted some decrease in memory, with better recall of early childhood. Many were struggling