Consider carefully how a parrot can be successfully integrated into your lifestyle. Some species tolerate different levels of activity and inactivity differently. You do not have to be wealthy to own a bird. You do, however, need to have adequate resources to properly care for your new friend. The point is, there needs to be financial responsibility with any pet ownership.
Birds are intellient creatures, parrots even more so.
Sometime the talkers require saint level patience. Birds are very individual creatures-just as we humans are. That individuality deserves to be respected-just like ours. Remember, you are bringing this animal into your 'flock'. The book I reviewed in my Bookstore is absolutely perfect in learning how birds think and how to effectively deal with them on their level.