Assimilate

: Always ask, "How does this relate to what I already know?" to help the new information "stick".

: You don't just see the information; you comprehend it thoroughly enough to use it in different contexts. assimilate

: In psychology, this is the process of fitting new experiences into existing "schemas" or mental frameworks. : Always ask, "How does this relate to what I already know

If you are looking to better absorb what you read or hear, educational experts and learners on Quora suggest: : Always ask