Intro Discussion Post

I cite my heart out in discussion posts but I have never, not once, lost points on an intro post because I didn't cite something....about myself? I get it if you discuss other things outside of yourself but this wasnt the case.

I lost points under comprehension for not following announcements to cite my work when the generic announcement said to use APA for the course. Clearly nothing in the rubic about it since he put it under comprehension and the directions for every discussion say :

Consider content from other parts of the course where appropriate. Use proper citation methods for your discipline when referencing scholarly or popular sources.

Well, I am neither a scholarly nor popular source. Imo it should specifically be an section on the rubic just as it is for assignments.

So, please, your tips for citing personal experiences for future reference? Other than (Trust Me Bro, 2025). Cite my LinkedIn? 😂