Very true regarding the advertising industry but I feel like this is easily extended to encompass almost all product driven commercial businessess.

On the one hand we're killing the earth, polluting and creating a nightmare existence for our children. On the other hand, buy more stuff! I don't understand how anyone can justify this to themselves and I believe the resultant self doubt is a key factor in burnout.

P.s. never mention this at work... It's the elephant in every meeting room.