How to receive the Melchizedek priesthood
It made me
humble 
"Ultimately, I was humbled in the most divine way imaginable."
How I did it: I prayed as often as I could, and I made sure I was worthy to receive it. I talked to my bishop frequently and then talked to a member of the stake presidency. I was humble and sober about this experience, and I think it helped me treasure it in my heart.
Lessons & tips:
- "Be ye clean that bear the vessels of the Lord"
- "Stand ye in holy places"
- "If ye are prepared, ye shall not fear"
Resources:
- The scriptures (esp the Book of Mormon and the Doctrine and Covenants)
- My priesthood leaders
- My dad
- The pamphlet "Only An Elder"
