Asking Eric: How do I back out of a new friendship I regret making?

A reader is seeking advice from R. Eric Thomas on how to gracefully exit a new friendship they regret forming. After enthusiastically connecting with a woman at an event, the writer realized they jumped in too fast. While they are open to seeing her, they want to avoid encouraging further get-togethers or future closeness. The individual is now looking for a kind way to explain that they do not wish to pursue a closer relationship.