How do we actually “hunger and thirst” for righteousness like Jesus tells us to do?

Be careful, little eyes, what you see

Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. - Colossians 3:12

"I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you." - Psalm 119:11