Caroline Bakker transforms her struggle with PMDD, ADHD, and burnout into purpose, taking the stage at Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival to inspire others through her self-publishing journey.
Dubai, UAE – 5 May 2025 — Just a year ago, Caroline Bakker could barely make it through the day. Today, she’s standing on stage, sharing her story with the world.
Caroline, a holistic health coach, meditation teacher, and self-published author, recently spoke at the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival on a powerful panel titled “Beyond the Manuscript.” She joined thought leaders and publishing advocates including Kim A. Page, Yasmen Ahmed, Christopher Sako from IngramSpark, and Hassan Ali, Business Development Manager at Lightning Source Sharjah, to speak on the rising wave of independent publishing in the Middle East.
But her journey to that stage began in the darkest place.
“A year ago, I was in deep burnout. I was navigating ADHD, PMDD, adrenal fatigue, and the mental fog of sleep deprivation. Most days, I just wanted the day to end,” says Caroline.
What began as journaling for survival transformed into a 70,000-word manuscript, now published as The Healing Journey – Navigating Adult ADHD and PMDD, a raw and empowering book filled with holistic strategies, scientific insights, and deeply personal reflections. The book has become a beacon of hope for women struggling in silence with hormonal and neurological health conditions.
From Pain to Purpose
At the panel, Caroline shared her story not to perform—but to serve.
“I didn’t step on stage to promote myself. I stepped up to connect. To speak to that one woman in the audience who might be silently suffering, thinking she’s alone. I’ve been there. And I want her to know—this isn’t the end of her story.”
The conversation, hosted by IngramSpark and Lightning Source, focused on the impact of self-publishing for first-time authors in the UAE and beyond. Caroline credited the platform for helping her bring her voice to life without waiting for traditional validation.
“Self-publishing gave me the freedom to tell my story my way. To share my truth without compromise. It empowered me—and now I want to empower others.”
A Mission to Support Local Authors and Mental Health
Caroline now aims to use her voice and experience to uplift others. She’s calling for more platforms in the region to support authors who want to self-publish powerful, personal, and healing stories—especially women navigating mental health and hormonal challenges.
She’s also open to future speaking engagements across the UAE and Middle East that promote self-expression, wellness, and transformation through storytelling.
“There are so many unheard voices. If I can help one more woman turn her pain into purpose, it’s worth it.”
About the Author
Caroline Bakker is the founder of Meditations by Amazon Warrior, a certified health and fitness coach, and the author of The Healing Journey – Navigating Adult ADHD and PMDD. Based in Dubai, Caroline creates healing resources, guided meditations, and wellness education rooted in personal experience, ancestral wisdom, and practical science.
She is available for interviews, speaking events, and collaborations that promote holistic health, women’s mental wellness, and author empowerment.
For media inquiries, collaborations, or speaking opportunities, contact:
📧 caroline@carolinebakker.com
🌐 www.carolinebakker.com
📱 @amazonwarriorau
