Purple Plate Meditation helps deal with negative thinking so it doesn't build up into anger or anxiety. Done regularly it becomes an awesome tool in any day and any time to keep one in a balanced state even after difficult moments. It can be used during a lunch break, before work or after to release the tensions of the day, setting you into a nice mood making it easier to deal with kids, homework, family in general or trying work situations. Even getting caught in traffic can bring a mire of negative thoughts and attitudes that spill out into ones relationships. 15 minutes.