I agree 100% on throwing away the paraphernalia. I'd always keep a bong filled with resin, or my scale, or dusty baggies, or whatever. I never even made an excuse for myself, it was just my AV subconsciously doing it. Just never 'sealing the deal.' It was hard to throw it away, but the second I did it was like a wave of relief came over me. If it's not there to tempt you, it's not there for you to worry about.
It's so cool that we are taking this journey together, and finding happiness in sobriety. I hope more people join us. It's beyond worth it.