# Stoicism - Tempus Lock — App Blocker & Stoic Quotes

> Stoic wisdom app with life clock and mindful reflection tools. (iPhone/iPad app by Andrew Austin.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stoicism-tempus-lock/id6758387357 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Andrew Austin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1708589155)
- Category: Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 10 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.0 · 101 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-02-05
- Data updated: 2026-08-18
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stoicism-tempus-lock/id6758387357/reviews.md

## What is Stoicism?

Face time. Confront mortality. Live with intention.
Tempus turns classical Stoic wisdom into a daily practice: your distracting apps stay locked until you face how little time you have left—then you choose how to spend it.

TEMPUS LOCK (Subscription Required)
Pick the apps that steal your attention. Tempus keeps them locked with Screen Time until you complete today’s confrontation. One clear ritual. Then your apps unlock for the day. Optional emergency unlock when you truly need it.

YOUR LIFE CLOCK (Subscription Required)
Set your birthdate and life expectancy (or use country-based estimates). Your Life Clock shows remaining years, days, and heartbeats. Tap the hourglass for Tempus Fugit—a short, mindful confrontation with finite time. No guilt. No drama. Just clarity.

A DAILY PRACTICE (Subscription Required)
Build a streak as showing up becomes habit, not willpower. Tempus doesn’t tell you how to live—it helps you remember that time is limited so you can act on what matters.

CURATED STOIC QUOTES (Subscription Required)
Hundreds of quotes from Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, and Epictetus on equanimity, discipline, purpose, and mortality. Browse by topic or mood, save favorites, and build collections. Add your own quotes and reflections.

WIDGETS & DAILY REMINDERS (Subscription Required)
Put a Stoic quote on your Lock Screen or Home Screen. Choose atmospheric themes—ruins, ocean, forest, desert, and more. Optional daily notifications bring a moment of reflection into your routine.
Ancient wisdom. Built for how you live now.

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Subscription & Pricing 
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Tempus offers the following auto-renewable subscriptions and one-time purchase. Prices are in USD and may vary by territory.
• Tempus Annual Subscription — 1 year — $14.99 / year (includes a 1-week free trial; $14.99 is charged when the trial ends unless canceled)
• Tempus Lifetime Access — one-time non-renewing purchase — $29.99
Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase (or at the end of any free trial, unless canceled at least 24 hours before the trial ends).
Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period at the same price and duration selected. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple ID Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period is forfeited when you purchase a subscription.

IMPORTANT: Tempus is not a free app. Full access requires an auto-renewable subscription or a one-time lifetime purchase (optional free trial available). Features described below—including Tempus Lock, Life Clock, confrontations, quotes, themes, and widgets—require an in-app purchase.

Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fgH3RVHwqR9U_pa6PzwOC27q5p4pd4xJ8mpclNsrhwQ/edit?usp=sharing

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## Key features

- Life Clock with mortality confrontation
- Three confrontation modes (Brutal Truths, Poetic Reflection, Scientific Reality)
- Curated Stoic quotes from famous philosophers
- Save and organize favorite quotes
- Widgets for Lock Screen and Home Screen
- Daily reminders and atmospheric themes

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Annual Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Monthly Subscription | $4.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime Purchase | $29.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stoicism-tempus-lock/id6758387357/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Good but room for improvement

*2026-07-23*

I purchased the app rather than the subscription. The background options are beautiful and many of the quotes are worth remembering; however, I wish that when I tapped a notification (especially when I really like the quote) it took me to the app with that quote appearing so that I could make a note or heart it. Right now, when I tap the notification, it opens to a new quote. Also when I went to write notes (still learning) it said the name of a different app which I found strange. Otherwise I’m excited to have this as a great daily prompt to reflect.

**Developer response:** Thank you so much for your thoughtful feedback and for purchasing Stoicism – Tempus Lock! We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.

We’re happy to let you know that the issues you mentioned have been fixed in our latest update. Tapping a notification will now take you to the correct quote, and we also corrected the incorrect app name that appeared in the notes section.

We’ve also added several new features and improvements that we hope you’ll enjoy. Thanks again for helping us make the app better, and we hope the latest version makes your daily Stoic practice even more meaningful!

## Frequently asked questions about Stoicism

### What is Daily Stoic - Tempus?

Daily Stoic - Tempus is a lifestyle app designed to help users live more intentionally by embracing Stoic wisdom. It features a life clock to visualize remaining time and offers various modes for confronting mortality.

### How does the Life Clock in Daily Stoic - Tempus work?

You can set your birthdate and life expectancy, and the app displays your remaining time in years, days, and heartbeats. It includes a 'Tempus Fugit' moment for mindful reflection on the finite nature of time.

### What are the confrontation modes in Daily Stoic - Tempus?

Daily Stoic - Tempus offers three confrontation modes: 'Brutal Truths' for raw mortality confrontation, 'Poetic Reflection' for gentle existential thought, and 'Scientific Reality' for statistical insights.

### Can I customize Daily Stoic - Tempus with my own content?

Yes, you can add your own quotes and reflections within the app. You can also browse hundreds of curated Stoic quotes, save favorites, and build collections.

### Does Daily Stoic - Tempus have ads?

No, Daily Stoic - Tempus does not contain advertisements. It is designed to provide a distraction-free experience focused on mindful reflection.

### What are the subscription options for Daily Stoic - Tempus?

Daily Stoic - Tempus offers a monthly subscription for $4.99 or an annual subscription for $14.99. The annual plan includes a 3-day free trial.

### What devices is Daily Stoic - Tempus available on?

Daily Stoic - Tempus is available on iPhone and iPad devices, indicated by its support for these platforms.

### How often is Daily Stoic - Tempus updated?

The app was last updated on February 5, 2026, with version 1.0. This indicates it is a relatively new application, and future updates will likely follow based on user feedback and development cycles.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.4 — 2026-08-04

• Tempus Lock — protect distracting apps until you complete today’s confrontation
• Hardened daily ritual: apps lock → Tempus Fugit → unlock for the day
• Refreshed onboarding built around goals, Screen Time, and your first confrontation
• Subscription access with a free trial so you can try the full practice
• Fixed some minor UI/UX issue users reported including tapping quotes from notifications opening up and showing on the home screen.

### 1.2.3 — 2026-07-20

What’s New in 1.2.3

A smoother start to your Stoic practice.

• Pick a focus and get a personal reflection during onboarding
• Share or save your first quote before you even hit Home
• Clearer notification setup so daily reminders feel intentional
• Small polish throughout the onboarding flow

Open the app, meet your first reflection, and begin.

### 1.2.2 — 2026-07-07

Meet the minds behind the philosophy.

NEW: The Stoics
Explore profiles of Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, Epictetus, and more. Each philosopher includes a biography, core teaching, key works, and guidance on who their wisdom is best for.

NEW: Stoic Books
A curated reading list to go deeper — from classic texts like Meditations to modern introductions to Stoicism.

IMPROVED EXPERIENCE
We've refined navigation, interactions, and polish throughout the app to make browsing quotes and exploring content feel smoother and more intuitive.

Thank you for practicing with us.

### 1.1.1 — 2026-07-04

In this updated version we have fix some reported bugs and made some minor user experience changes.

### 1.0 — 2026-02-05

No release notes.

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