Jeremy, if you are really interested in this type of manifestation method I would suggest looking into what is called 'sigil magick' and reading anything written by Austin Osman Spare. I have had a great deal of practice in the past with various techniques used in sigil magick and had the best luck when placing intent at point of climax (as opposed to reaching 'gnosis' by exhaustion or another way)...but I also found that it really does help to continue 'confidently focusing on the desire' in other ways as well. You may also want to read Donald Michael Kraig's 'Sex Magick'. Just some suggestions.
On a side note, you guys are hillarious at times... I have had many good chuckles while reading through past posts on this forum over the past few days since I joined. I've also learned A LOT from many of you, found some great links, and continued to be inspired. Truthfully, I've had better success manifesting by way of intent with the methods I've been learning from others here and other similar sites recently than I ever did when studying alone and in only one area (such as magick or affirmative prayer, etc.) The techniques and advice I've picked up from here, Steve's blog, Justis Chase's book 'The Magic of Pleasure', and so many other like minded places have just been instrumental in my forward progression in this field of thought/study. Thank you all so much for continuing to inspire!
This was my first post on this forum so I wanted to say that. I may not post often but you can be sure I am reading!
While I'm at it though, I guess I should add a few words about the kind of results I've been having. Since switching from a success paradigm to a pleasure paradigm and incorporating new ways of viewing everyday circumstances and the like, such as focusing more on the things and thoughts that bring me pleasure instead of worry, I have found things are really 'going my way'. The things I focus on, whether big or small, have been showing up in various ways throughout the days as I go about my tasks. My husband has been on board with this change with me...he's been studying and making small changes as well and he definately notices the synchronicities popping up too. As our confidence builds and we hone these mental and emotional skills together, the manifestations are getting bigger...becoming stronger in a way. Anyway, it's very cool....prompting many great life changes.
Very happy to be here and to share when I can.
Blessings, ~Lisa~