Cynthia Kear is a Soto Zen Priest and Teacher.
A disciple of Darlene Cohen, she was ordained in 2008 and Dharma Transmitted in 2010.
She is Guiding Teacher for Great Spirit Sangha
and Women of the Way Sangha.
She is a senior Teacher for Meditation and Recovery.
Her book, Alive For It All, a compilation of Darlene's core teachings accompanied by remembrances from her students and Dharma family, will be available in June 2026.
Her primary practice interest is
skillfulness and vow,
freedom and joy.
Here. Now.
Just as the world is,
Just as we are.
Cynthia gives talks, teaches and
leads retreats throughout the Bay Area.
Contact her at: cynthiakear@gmail.com
PEACE. EASE. STABILITY.