I never grab my snakes behind the head. But my normal had stuck eye caps that I had to remove and I slowly walked my hands up his neck and gently got him behind the head, he was upset for a split second but relaxed.
Other than that I just hold them, let them wander around my living room or in the grass (though my pastel hates it so I don't put him down outside!) And I let them hang out draped over my shoulders!
Hope this helps!
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