Don't get mad at anyone. I did the same thing you did when I needed help with my ball python and people were just focusing on negatives. Even though I have never owned large snakes, I can tell you that just by analyzing the snake's body gestures and behaviors will help you from getting bit or constricted. Always have another person with you, preferably a man that also is knowledgeable with snakes that will help you get the snake out of its cage, put it back in, and watch your back. Anything over 8 ft. with massive girth, you should always have someone with you, maybe even two people. Common sense will prevent anything bad from happening. When your drunk, DON'T attempt to take out your snake, when you want to impress someone and show them your huge burmese, DON'T do it unless someone else is with you is knowledgeable with burms, and lastly, DON'T TRY AND TAKE IT OUT YOURSELF!