About Selah
The Story Behind Selah
In the ancient Hebrew Psalms, "Selah" appears 71 times—a mysterious word that scholars believe means "pause and reflect." It's an invitation to stop, breathe, and let the meaning sink in.
In our modern world of back-to-back meetings and constant context switching, we've lost these sacred pauses. We rush from one video call to another, carrying stress and distraction with us, never fully present.
Selah brings this ancient practice into your workday, creating intentional transitions that help you show up as your best self in every meeting.
Why Mindful Transitions Matter
Research shows that brief mindfulness practices between tasks can:
- Reduce stress hormones by up to 23%
- Improve focus and cognitive performance
- Enhance emotional regulation
- Increase meeting effectiveness
By taking just 60-90 seconds to breathe and set intentions, you transform reactive patterns into conscious presence.
How Selah Works
- Integration: Selah connects with your calendar to understand your meeting flow
- Notification: Before each meeting, you receive a gentle reminder
- Transition: A full-screen breathing exercise helps you release the last meeting
- Intention: Set how you want to show up in the upcoming meeting
- Connection: Join your meeting centered and prepared
The Developer
Selah was created by Tobias Treppmann, a design leader and mindfulness practitioner who experienced firsthand the challenges of maintaining presence in a meeting-heavy culture.
"After years of rushing between meetings, arriving stressed and distracted, I realized something had to change. Selah is my answer to bringing more consciousness into our digital work lives."
Our Philosophy
Privacy First
Your data stays on your device. No tracking, no analytics, no cloud storage.
Simplicity
Powerful features that feel effortless. Technology should support, not complicate.
Ancient Wisdom
Timeless practices validated by modern neuroscience.
Join the Movement
Selah is more than an app—it's a movement toward more mindful work culture. When we show up present and intentional, we create space for deeper connection, clearer thinking, and better outcomes.
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Questions, feedback, or stories about how Selah has impacted your work?
Email: support@selah.guide