And the Word would reply:
Isa 44:18 They have not known nor understood: for he has shut their eyes, that they cannot see; and their hearts, that they cannot understand.
Good answers both.
I think the answer may be very, very simple. Because of the nature of islam, and the way apostates are treated, one has to go against their own survival instinct to turn on islam and move to the light. You have to be very willing to give not only your own life, but that of your loved ones.