I don't think I've even mentioned that a while ago I actually ordered Michael's book, he was kind enough to send it specially all the way from states here to Europe.
The stick & clicker training has seriously been a real godsend. Over the months Simo has become noticeably braver, less scared, and even curious simply because of this. I find that the stick is a great tool to get the parrot used to things he's shy with before - he'll poke the stick near a strange object simply out of habit and this slowly seems to get him into the mindset of "oh, I got near this strange thing and nothing bad happened!". The most noticeable changes are he has become less and less shy with hands. He also seems to enjoy the training sessions, so much that if we haven't trained that day yet he'll let me know by squawking at me in a very specific way. I honestly think he likes learning; and not just that, since it essentially helps him get used to things it makes him less skittish too. If there's anything anyone would be like to recommend, as in, some tiny hints and tips just to help out, I'd welcome them!