In this episode of the Going Deeper podcast, host Justine Ordway interviews Tilly Dillehay, author of 'My Dear Hemlock'. They discuss the inspiration behind the book, which is a fictional exploration of feminine virtues and vices, inspired by C.S. Lewis's 'Screwtape Letters'. Tilly shares insights on the struggles women face, including the role of empathy, the importance of confession, and the impact of social media. The conversation also touches on the power of prayer and the spiritual warfare that comes with writing about such topics. Tilly emphasizes the unique power women have in spiritual battles and the importance of pursuing holiness for the right reasons.

Buy Tilly's book, My Dear Hemlock: https://amzn.to/3HP0SWQ

Chapters:

00:00
Introduction to Tilly Dillehay

03:01
The Inspiration Behind 'My Dear Hemlock'

05:52
Exploring Feminine Vices and Virtues

08:53
The Role of Empathy in Women's Lives

11:35
Confession and Its Importance

14:34
Unique Temptations Faced by Women

22:13
The Writing Process and Personal Reflection

24:48
Exploring Temptations and Struggles for Women

27:51
The Impact of Social Media on Spiritual Life

31:13
The Challenge of Writing from a Unique Perspective

33:11
The Power of Prayer in Spiritual Warfare

38:04
The Pursuit of Holiness vs. Self-Image

39:58
Facing Mortality and the Hope of Eternity

42:48
Empowering Women in Spiritual Warfare

Tags: Tilly Dillehay, My Dear Hemlock, feminine virtues, empathy, confession, social media, spiritual warfare, prayer, women's struggles, C.S. Lewis