hi everyone

I got my first snake january 3rd. it is a ball python but he hasnt eaten yet and im getting worried. ive been trying to feed him live mice but he wont eat. this seemed like the best site online to get help. i went back today and asked what to do but the kid just said they go without eating sometimes and will die in about a year. this kid was a jerk and i know to stay away from there now. my snake seems healthy from what i can see but i dont know too much cause this is my first snake. i read as much as i could but everyone on this site knows what they are talking about. please help me out. i dont want my snake to die. :cry: