Is not being able to swallow pills all in your mind or is it really a physical problem with your body?

I’ve always had difficulty swallowing any type of pills, even small ones. I’m amazed that some people can swallow horse pills whole and not choke on it.

I’ve always had to resort to crushing the pill and mixing it with applesauce. I feel kind of pathetic doing this because this feels like something you’d do for your children.

Does anyone else have problems swallowing pills, is it just me?