BRB feeding question

[Snakewitch]

Six weeks ago when i brought home my Brazilian Rainbow boa and fed her for the first time, i was spooked. I'm used to feeding my corn snake which is steady with no surprises and was not remotely prepared that Calissi would strike and roll when I held her in front of the pinky. Dumb, yes I know this now.

Since then, I learned that Calissi prefers to hold on to me when she ready to eat and she is a voracious striker .... And I'm still a bit spooked despite successful
weekly feedings. Tonight's feeding was different and it was the first time she did not eat. I also tried another pinky to no avail.

I've read enough postings here to know that it may be nothing to worry about yet. Her viv temps are in the normal ranges but i think she is close to shedding so my questions are this:
1. Could my behaviour be impacting her feeding?
2. What is the proper way to feed her? I tried leaving her in the feeding box with the pinky but she didn't touch it until I picked her up, reheated the pinky and held her while she strikes. Ugggg.

Your advise is appreciated. I'll try again tomorrow but honestly, I'm concerned it might be me.