If you offer next step in a progression and a man says "ill think about it" it is a sign he isn't too interested.

It's ok to initiate things and many shy men do like if a woman initiates things. But you have to watch his reaction.

If reaction is "I am so glad you asked as I was afraid to ask you in case you think it's too soon. Are you free this weekend? Can we meet for coffee this Saturday? What time is good for you?" Or "can I call you tonight we so we can discuss our plans? When are you home from work?" Or in case of long distance "can we talk on the phone/skype/ etc tonight? Saturday night? What time are you free? I can't wait to have a normal conversation. " etc etc

If you initiate things and reaction is he needs to think about it, it's not a good sign. There is nothing to think about. I'd move on.

As about how not to get all involved too soon is make a goal to become good friends first and when that happens then wait for romantic feelings/love and only then have sex. It's ok to date steadily for several months prior to becoming intimate

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