What makes Sahaja Yoga meditation unique is that it involves the awakening of a conscious, spiritual force within us, the Kundalini energy.  One’s own energy is united with the all-pervading power around us.  In this way, we have a direct experience of connection with a higher power.  In addition, the goal of Sahaja Yoga meditation is to attain the state of “thoughtless awareness,” meaning one is completely aware of what’s happening around them, but without the constant unwanted chatter of the mind.  Other meditation practices may have different goals, such as watching the contents of the mind or focusing on a peaceful image.