I agree: Be careful. 30 calls aren't a few calls, i can understand talking about life like ''hey long time no speak, what have you been up to?'' but i dont think that would take 30 calls.

Be careful about pretending to want to break up. That can be manipualtive, and it can backfire. What if he says, "Yes."

Some people create untenable situations hoping that the other person will be the first to cry Uncle.